Swollen legs (the cause of such a pathology will be described below) should not cause particular concern in people, especially if the deviation presented after long walks. But if the swelling of the lower extremities does not subside after an hour, and sometimes even increases in conjunction with any other symptoms (for example, pain or fever), then you should definitely seek help from specialists.
So, let's figure it out together for what reason the legs swell.
Pregnancy
Swelling of the legs in women in an “interesting” position is a fairly common occurrence. Therefore, such a deviation is not given much importance, but only in those situations if the expectant mother is not disturbed by the feet, which suddenly swell like pillows, and also do not have abdominal pain, problems with urination, nausea, blurred vision, dizziness or vomiting. If these signs do occur, then you should immediately consult a doctor.
Swollen legs: cause of foot or ankle injuries
If you sprained your ligaments if you accidentally tuck your foot or sprained your ankle, then swelling will not take long. To eliminate it, it is recommended to put an ice pack on your leg, bandage it tightly, and then lift it, leaning against the wall. Such events should significantly reduce swelling. If this does not happen, and in addition to the swelling there is pain, then you should immediately contact a traumatologist.
Lymphostasis
Initially,
swollen legs, the cause of which lies in the presented disease, do not cause any discomfort and are barely noticeable. But if lymphidemia is not treated in time, then it can go into the chronic stage, which is accompanied by deformation of the lower extremities.
Infection
In people with diabetes or suffering from a loss of sensation, swelling of the lower extremities can occur as a result of an infection. Due to damaged nerve endings, the brain does not perceive pain signals, and a person does not notice how suppuration or ulcers progress. In this regard, people with such problems should examine their legs every day and, if necessary, consult a doctor.
Blood clots
The resulting blood clots can block the flow of blood from the feet to the heart muscle, as a result of which people begin to complain that their left leg is swelling. The causes of this problem are associated with improper nutrition, obesity, etc. But the danger of thrombosis is not that the lower limbs are swollen because of it, but that the blood clot can come off and with the flow move to the lungs or heart. Therefore, pain and swelling in one leg should be extremely alarming to a person.
Heart, kidney, or liver disease
Sometimes diseases of one of these organs can cause a symptom such as swollen legs. The reason for this deviation is most often due to the fact that too much water accumulates in the body. If the swelling is really the result of poor functioning of the internal organs, then a full examination should be urgently needed.
Medication side effect
Quite often, swelling of the legs manifests as a result of taking medications. In this case, you should suspend treatment and, if possible, replace drugs.