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Jul 12, 2023 · Oedema is fluid retention. Oedema can be most easily seen around the feet and ankles, often after standing for long periods (peripheral oedema). After lying down for a while, the skin around the eyes may look puffy and swollen. In severe cases, oedema can also collect in the lungs causing shortness of breath.
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This article is about swelling in the ankles, feet or legs. It explains the causes of swelling and provides information on how to treat it at home. The article also mentions when to see a GP and what kind of treatment can be expected for swelling that does not go away on its own.
Swelling in the ankles, feet and legs is often caused by a build-up of fluid. It should go away on its own but see GP if it does not improve after treating at home for a few days.
Common causes include standing or sitting too long, eating too much salt food, being overweight, taking certain medicines and having problems with kidneys/liver/heart.
Symptoms include swollen or puffy skin, shiny stretched skin and changes in skin colour.
Raise your legs on pillows when you can; get gentle exercise like walking to improve blood flow; wear wide comfortable shoes with low heel & soft sole; wash dry & moisturise your feet to avoid infections. Do not stand or sit for long periods of time & do not wear tight clothes socks or shoes that are too tight.
See GP if swelling has not improved after treating it at home for a few days; gets worse; only one ankle foot leg is swollen without obvious cause such as injury etc.; severe painful sudden swelling starts etc.. Call 111 if short breath struggling to breathe chest feels heavy painful coughing up blood which needs immediate treatment in hospital .
Aug 18, 2023 · Edema is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in body tissue. It happens when the fluid that would normally stay in the bloodstream leaks out of tiny blood vessels called capillaries, resulting in localized swelling. It can also be a side effect of cancer and its treatment.
6. Ruptured Tendon. Ruptured tendons can cause one leg swelling around the location of the injury. For instance, a ruptured Achilles tendon will cause swelling in the lower part of the calf and ankle. Patients will often hear a loud “popping” sound and feel a sharp pain when the rupture happens.
Jul 28, 2023 · Congestive heart failure causes one or both of the heart's lower chambers stop pumping blood well. As a result, blood can back up in the legs, ankles and feet, causing edema. Congestive heart failure can also cause swelling in the stomach area. This condition also can cause fluid to build up in the lungs.
Nov 16, 2023 · Elevating the feet above the heart, drinking plenty of water, and reducing salt intake may all help minimize swelling. Soaking the feet in cold water can also relieve symptoms. 8. Hot weather ...
A noticeable change in foot swelling. Swelling in only one foot or leg. Sudden swelling along with other new signs or symptoms such as severe headache, vision changes, upper abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting, or shortness of breath. Choose a symptom. Selected Select related factors.
