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What can be done for fluid in the ankles and feet in the elderly?
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Why feet swollen?
Swollen feet are a condition in which muscles in the feet have an excessive fluid. This excessive fluid can be causes of increasing weight. It is also called Edema which usually affects the feet, lower legs and ankles.
Feet swell even when sitting why?
Swollen feet are a condition in which muscles in the feet have an excessive fluid. This excessive fluid can be causes of increasing weight. It is also called Edema which usually affects the feet, lower legs and ankles.
Where in the body is fluid from heart failure first noticed?
The extra fluid from heart failure is first noticed in the feet and ankles, where gravitational effects are most evident.
Do spiders have ankles?
Spiders do not have ankles, or feet. They do have legs, however.
How do you treat edema?
Edema is a condition where fluid accumulates in the feet, ankles, hands, and eyelids. It can be treated by exercising, elevating the feet, massaging the areas, reducing salt, and drinking water with lemon juice.
What causes swollen feet and ankles?
Swelling of your feet or other extremeties should be addressed by a physician ASAP as they may indicate further examination of a possible heart condition.I found this out the hard way when I was diagnosed with a cardiomyopathy caused by drinking water containing some type of parasite while on vacation in the tropics.
Can kidney problems cause swelling in feet and ankles?
YES. If the kidneys are not functioning properly you will get water retention causing swelling of feet and ankles.
After hospitalization have reduced swelling in legs how do I reduce swelling in feet and ankles?
Why are your legs and ankles swelled? This is vital, as this is a sign of heart trouble. Put your feet your feet up and see the doctor.
How many ankles Oprah have?
Ankles are the joint connecting the leg and foot. Oprah has two legs and two feet. This means she would have two ankles.
Can feet and ankles swell from seafood allergy?
Yes
Does Cipro cause fluid retention?
I've been on Cipro for nearly a week as a treatment for a uninary tract infection. I've had bad fluid retention in my feet and ankles. One source says that it can cause this in 1% of the people using it. Lucky me.
What would cause a rash on feet and ankles only?
Illnesses that cause a body rash and swollen feet ankles are lupus, chicken pox, and viral arthritis. Kidney disease can also have these symptoms.
