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Swollen foot after being outside in the cold. why did this happen?

5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

There are too many : Possibilities. You would need a proper exam. Under ordinary circumstances this should not happen.

Dr Rafat and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/21/2014

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See below: The cold may have decreased the circulation to the foot and upon reheating you increased the blood flow.

Dr Inwood agreed

Answered 11/21/2014

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Swollen foot: If you were outside long enough , frostbite could cause this with cellular disruption etc. No matter what , see your podiatrist for an evaluation .

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 11/25/2014

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