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Most people will have swelling at some time. When it is hot and you have stood or sat in the same position for a long time, you might notice swelling in your feet and ankles. Staying in one position for any length of time increases the risk that the lower legs, feet, or hands will swell because body fluid will normally move down a limb from the effects of gravity. Swelling can also be caused by heat-related problems, such as heat edema from working or being active in a hot environment.
Body fluid can collect in different tissue spaces of the body (localized) or can affect the whole body (generalized). Causes of localized swelling include:
- Injury to a specific body area. Bruising (contusion) from an injury is caused by tears in the small blood vessels under the skin. Bleeding can also affect the joint (hemarthrosis) or the area that cushions and lubricates the joint (traumatic bursitis). Swelling can affect just one area or may involve large sections of the body, such as swelling that occurs following a motor vehicle accident.
- Infection, which can occur in a joint or under the skin. An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms at the site of infected tissue. Cellulitis is a skin infection that can cause mild or severe swelling.
- Burns, which can cause swelling at the site of the burn or in a larger area around the burn.
- Inflammation that occurs when tissue is irritated by overuse or repeated motion.
- Swelling of the tendon and swelling caused by a series of small tears around a tendon (tendinosis) can occur together or separately.
- Swelling of the sac that cushions and lubricates the joint (bursitis) can be caused by prolonged or repeated pressure or by activities that require repeated twisting or rapid joint movements.
- Insect bites or stings. Most insect bites or stings cause a small amount of redness or swelling. Some people have an allergic reaction to a bite or sting and develop a lot of swelling, redness, and itching.
- Other causes, such as swelling related to a saclike structure with clear fluid, blood, or pus (cyst) or a swollen organ, such as a salivary gland. For more information, see the topic Swollen Glands.
Causes of generalized swelling include:
- Allergic reaction. Sudden swelling of the hands and face may be a severe allergic reaction and needs immediate medical evaluation.
- Autoimmune diseases, such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and scleroderma. These diseases can cause swelling when the body produces antibodies and other cells that attack and destroy tissues in the body.
- Medications. Some medications change how body fluids circulate, causing swelling. Swelling may also occur as an allergic reaction to a medication.
- Circulation problems related to certain medical conditions, such as peripheral arterial disease, heart failure, Diabetes, or kidney disease. Thrombophlebitis causes swelling of an extremity when a blood clot interrupts blood flow in a vein in the arm or leg.
- Fluid that accumulates in the abdomen (ascites) because of other problems, such as malnutrition, obesity, cirrhosis, or liver disease.
What else can I help you with?
What causes left shoulder to swell?
Left shoulder swelling can be caused by various factors, such as injury, inflammation of the tissues or joints, bursitis, tendonitis, or infections like cellulitis. It is important to seek medical evaluation to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
Does your foot swell with a chipped bone?
Yes, swelling can be a symptom of a chipped bone or fracture in the foot. Swelling occurs as a result of inflammation in the area where the injury has occurred. It is important to seek medical attention to assess the extent of the injury and receive appropriate treatment.
Can a smashed index finger get swollen?
Yes, a smashed index finger can get swollen due to trauma causing inflammation and fluid buildup in the tissues surrounding the injury. It is a common response of the body to injury and may be accompanied by pain and bruising. If swelling persists or worsens, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation to rule out any underlying fractures or serious damage.
Do your fingers swell in cold weather?
Yes, fingers can swell in cold weather due to reduced blood flow and constriction of blood vessels.
Does the cell swell?
Yes, a cell can swell due to water influx, which can occur in response to changes in osmotic pressure, nutrient intake, or other cellular processes. However, excessive swelling can be harmful and lead to cell damage or lysis.
When you break something in your body does it swell up?
When a bone in the body is broken the area surrounding the bone will swell. Swelling is the body's response to injury.
What is the root word of the word swollen?
The root word of "swollen" is "swell." "Swell" means to become larger in size, which is the basis for the word "swollen" indicating a body part that has enlarged due to inflammation or injury.
What cause hand to swell after injury?
Blood vessels being ruptured. the blood fills the tissue and it swells.
What is biochemical mediator?
A chemical mediator is histamine, leukotrienes, and cytokines that limit the amount of exduate (or stuff your body doesn't want) causing the muscle to swell after injury.
Why would my ankle swell 3 days after knee injury?
water retention and circulation. try laying down on your back and elevating your leg while you sleep at night.
What causes left shoulder to swell?
Left shoulder swelling can be caused by various factors, such as injury, inflammation of the tissues or joints, bursitis, tendonitis, or infections like cellulitis. It is important to seek medical evaluation to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
Does your foot swell with a chipped bone?
Yes, swelling can be a symptom of a chipped bone or fracture in the foot. Swelling occurs as a result of inflammation in the area where the injury has occurred. It is important to seek medical attention to assess the extent of the injury and receive appropriate treatment.
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I am sorry to hear about this. Has he had surgery on his brain? How long ago was the accident? usually when the brain starts to swell, that is not a good sign. Due to the swelling, there is restricted blood flow and parts of the brain will be starved of oxygen, and those areas will die. As you may know, when parts of the brain die, they are unrecoverable. Sometimes, surgery may be done to remove a section of the skull to allow the brain to swell outward instead of downward. If the brain swells and expands downward, then the brain may herniate, or exit through the hole in the bottom of the skull. If this happens, it is almost always deadly. The amount of swelling depends on the extent of injury, so it is not possible to know how much it will swell. It is possible that the brain will just swell a little and then return to normal size, again, there is no way to know. This is always a waiting game to see the extent of injury and the results of the injury. I wish your friend a speedy recovery.
What if your cow is swollen on the chest?
Without knowing any more symptoms of the animal, it is hard to tell what caused her chest to swell up or why. It could be injury, abscess, or some other illness.
Why--ankle swell and black and blue?
An ankle can swell and turn black and blue from a simple twisting injury, or a sprain injury. It doesn't need to cause a fracture to bruise or swell. And because the ankle is a fairly small area, the swelling can seem pretty drastic. If you fell, ask a Dr if you need an X-ray. If no break, elevate it, put ice on (10-15 minutes on, then off), keep it elevated, try to avoid weight-bearing, and if the dr agrees, you could wrap it with an Ace bandage. Make sure the Ace is not too tight. Wrap from toes UP around the ankle. Never wrap from ankle to toes, or your toes will swell. Ace works by helping fluid (in swelling) go upward to the heart.
What is the past tense of swell?
The past tense of swell is swelled.
What unit is used for swell Height?
Swell height is the vertical distance (meters) between any swell crest and the succeeding swell wave trough.
