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Does a swollen foot always mean you have injury?
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No: Swollen feet can be from many different things and does not always mean you have an injury.
Answered 2/6/2018
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No: Edema or swelling in the foot can be caused by non-traumatic sources. A couple of examples are: congestive heart failure, venous stasis, lymphedema, arthritic conditions, and many, many more. Seek the advice of a physician to help pinpoint your cause.
Answered 5/29/2015
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