Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment for Sock Marks on Legs - Healthline
2019年9月3日 · If your sock marks are more noticeable, look at your legs. If there’s new or increased swelling or pitting edema, see your doctor right away. You may have a medical condition that requires ...
Leg swelling Causes - Mayo Clinic
2024年4月27日 · Leg swelling caused by fluid buildup in leg tissues is known as peripheral edema. It can be caused by a problem with how blood travels through the body. It also can be caused by a problem with the lymphatic system or the kidneys. Leg swelling isn't always a sign of a heart or circulation problem.
Socks leave marks on legs: Causes and treatment - Medical News Today
2021年2月26日 · Socks can leave marks on a person’s legs when the elastic bands that hold them in place put pressure on the skin. Peripheral edema, or swelling in the lower legs, can make this more noticeable...
Edema - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
2023年7月28日 · Swelling of the foot, ankle and leg can be bad enough to leave a dimple, also known as a pit, in the skin after pressing on the area. This swelling, called edema, is the result of too much fluid in the tissues. Congestive heart failure or the vein not working well, also known as venous insufficiency, is often the cause.
Edema - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
2023年7月28日 · Keep the swollen area clean and free from injury. Use lotion or cream. Dry, cracked skin is more open to scrapes, cuts and infection. Always wear socks or shoes on the feet if that's where the swelling usually is. Reduce salt. A health care provider can talk about limiting salt. Salt can increase fluid buildup and worsen edema.
15 causes of swollen ankles and how to get rid of it - Medical News Today
2023年10月26日 · 15 causes of swollen ankles and how to get rid of it. There are various causes of swollen ankles, including injury, edema, infection, and heart disease. Treatment depends on the underlying...
Common Causes of Leg Swelling - WebMD
2023年1月11日 · 8 min read. Have you noticed lately that your socks are tight and your pants feel snug? Your legs swell for two main reasons: Fluid buildup (edema): It happens when the tissues or blood vessels...
Swollen ankles, feet and legs (oedema) - NHS
Ask for an urgent GP appointment or get help from NHS 111 if: you have swelling in 1 ankle, foot or leg and there's no obvious cause, such as an injury. the swelling is severe, painful or starts very suddenly. the swollen area is red or feels hot to the touch.
What You Should Know About Swelling in Your Legs
2020年6月5日 · “If people see any redness, blistering or swelling in the legs, especially if it is getting worse, they definitely need to see their doctor,” says vascular medicine specialist John Bartholomew, MD. When talking to your doctor, make sure to mention if you noticed what makes the swelling better or worse.
Edema: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
Edema is the medical term for swelling caused by fluid trapped in your body’s tissues. Edema happens most often in your feet, ankles and legs, but can affect other parts of your body, such as your face, hands and abdomen.