Question 1

what causes one leg swelling?

Accepted Answer

Several things: It could be cellulitis, deep or superficial venous thrombosis , lymphadema.

Question 2

one leg swelling and pain for 3 days then went away now its back. could this be a blood clot?

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Possible: Venous blood clot is one possibility. It is imperative that you see your doctor for an in-person evaluation.

Question 3

what may be the diagnose if one had a leg swelling with severe pain that he cant sleep and his bp is 170?

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Blood clot: The most important thing would be to rule out a blood clot. This would involve getting an ultrasound of the swollen leg. Your doctor can order this for you.

Question 4

one leg swelling and painful. negative ct and 3 negative ultrasound for blood clots. elevated ddimer. what could this be. it's really swollen and hurt?

Accepted Answer

If left leg: is the swollen one, then you need further evaluation of your iliac vein for compression from overlying arteries. This is called May Thurner Syndrome. Further info at sir web.org. Also doctor finder if you need a referral to an interventional radiologist.

Question 5

how do you get leg swelling down?

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Edema: Leg elevation. Need to find the cause for swelling in order to treat accordingly (check heart, lungs, liver, blood pressure, infection and many other conditions). Avoid salt. Some conditions happen on both legs other in one leg (ie, blood clots) see doctor.

Question 6

is severe leg swelling after an injury bad?

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Yes if non compliant: Need to elevate and rest. Swelling decrease healing.

Question 7

what can cause a sudden increase in leg swelling?

Accepted Answer

Fluid retention: If it is just one leg, then it usually infers something in the leg itself including blood clot, infection, gout, injury, etc.  if it is both legs, that usually suggests systemic fluid retention which usually collects first in the legs.  Either way, don't hesitate to be seen and accurately diagnosed.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: leg swelling?

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?infection: Leg swelling could be due to infection, allergy, poor circulation/congestive heart failure or lymphadema.  If you have leg swelling you  should see your doctor.

Question 9

what are the causes of leg swelling and how to treat it?

Accepted Answer

Many things: Trauma such as broken bones, sprains, strains.  Problems with veins and lymphatic systems.  Systemic disorders such as high blood pressure, and heart failure.  Blood clots may cause swelling of one leg. Treatment can include elevation and compressive wraps along with medication.  See your primary care physician for an evaluation.

Question 10

might drinking too many fluids cause leg swelling?

Accepted Answer

Water and gravity: Our bodies need a large amount of water  to keep organs functioning. The vessels that carry the fluids are not perfect and they can leak. Also, our tissues have a certain amount of water to stay moist and pliable.  Gravity works to pull the fluids down towards the feet even in healthy people.  It will worsen as the day progresses.  Treatment is compression socks/elevation. Avoid water pills.

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