Gravity. The blood drains into your feet and legs, and if your muscles are in poor shape, they do not squeeze all of it back up toward your heart. Also, the longer you have to stand up every day makes it harder to get blood back up out of your feet.
could be cellulitus, or a blood clot in the leg
Damage in the back would not be my first choice . . . but it could have put pressure on a major blood vessel. Leg and ankle swelling have more to do with heart disease or diabetes. You should see a doctor, very soon!
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it depends on the condition of human cells deases
could be a slipped disk pressing on the nerve. I didn't have abdominal pain but pain in arm and leg
Nipping or chewing the leg can cause swelling for a dog i recommend going to the vets
Yes, hydrocodone can potentially cause leg swelling as a side effect, although it is not very common. This medication is an opioid pain reliever, and its side effects can include fluid retention or changes in circulation. If you experience significant leg swelling while taking hydrocodone, it is important to consult a healthcare professional for evaluation and guidance.
You can put ice or heat on your leg, this will help with your swelling.
Elevate the leg, and don't walk a lot. Call 911. The leg could have increased swelling and lead to compartment syndrome, which could in turn lead to amputation.
It sounds like edema. The following link will have some information pertaining to the above mentioned - you will want to have this checked as it can be the cause of an underlying condition. http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/Lower-leg-edema.htm http://adam.about.com/encyclopedia/Foot-leg-and-ankle-swelling.htm
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put ice on your leg when it swelling up really bad.