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How is a swollen leg treated?
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Support hose: The first issue is to identify the cause if possible.Support hose will help reduce the swelling of the leg irrespective of the reason.In order to get the best outcomes they should be placed on the legs when they are elevated .They are not necessary when sleeping.
Answered 5/7/2015
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Check it out: A swollen leg may be anything from trauma and infection to blood clots, heart failure, lymphedema etc. Just check it out.
Answered 12/26/2022
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