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A member asked:
How do i treat my swollen feet, with hard skin by the side making it painful wearing pointed heels i love to wear?
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Need to find out why: They are swollen. Venous insufficiency? Hypertension? Other? (shoes too small could be a possibility as well). Swelling is not normal and it indicates something is wrong so see a doc to find out what. The hard skin can be lotioned and filed, because your feet are swollen i'd have a foot doctor do that as opposed to yourself or a pedicurist.
Answered 3/29/2014
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Control the swelling: There are some things that can be done to control swelling. Keeping your legs elevated at rest-above heart level. Compressive hosiery is available over the counter. Getting an evaluation from your physician would be a good idea. Sometimes medications cause swelling of the lower extremity.
Answered 3/31/2014
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