You will know if your ankles and feet are swollen by looking at them. Your legs may also feel heavy and can be a bit painful. Try to keep as active as possible and when sitting, avoid crossing your legs.
Walking is not usually good if you have swollen ankles. It is best to prop your legs up and let the swelling go down.
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.
Spiders do not have ankles, or feet. They do have legs, however.
Rubbing alcohol is typically used as an antiseptic for cleaning wounds, not for reducing swelling. For swollen ankles, it is recommended to elevate the legs, apply a cold compress, and consider taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication. If swelling persists or worsens, it is important to consult a healthcare professional for proper evaluation and treatment.
Yes, sitting for a prolonged period can lead to poor circulation in the legs, causing fluid to accumulate and potentially leading to swollen ankles. To prevent this, try to take breaks to stand up and move around every hour or so, or consider doing ankle exercises while sitting to keep the blood flowing.
if you have three legs
Swollen legs are often due to weakness of the leg veins which have to circulate the blood against gravity. When they are weak, blood pools in the veins so that fluid leaks into the tissues. This causes swollen legs. Pregnancy causes swollen legs due to the weight of the baby on the pelvic veins. Kidney problems and heart problems can also cause swollen legs and ankles. If the problem is not due to pregnancy, and if your doctor confirms that your heart and kidneys are ok, then don't take diuretics as they can make the problem worse.
unfortunatley most women get this. Try keeping your legs elevated as much as possible. Drink plenty of water and try not to be on your feet for hours on end.
Ankles are the joint connecting the leg and foot. Oprah has two legs and two feet. This means she would have two 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.
do you get pain in your ankles from fibromyalgia -yes, all the time. I also have it in my back, legs, feet, arms, and I get migranes.