Edema - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Increased risk of infection in the swollen area Scarring between layers of tissue Less blood flow Less ability of the of arteries, veins, joints and muscles to stretch Increased risk of skin ulcers
Edema - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic Moving and using the muscles in the part of the body that's swollen, especially the legs, might help move fluid back toward the heart A health care provider can talk about exercises that might reduce swelling
Lymphedema - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Affected skin appears swollen and red and is typically painful and warm to the touch Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics to keep on hand so that you can start taking them immediately Sepsis
Swollen lymph nodes - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic Swollen lymph nodes are a sign that something is wrong in the body The nodes might also be tender and painful Depending on the cause of the swollen lymph nodes, other symptoms might include: Runny nose, sore throat or cough Swelling of lymph nodes all through the body
Swollen lymph nodes - Diagnosis treatment - Mayo Clinic For swollen lymph nodes, some basic questions to ask include: What's causing my symptoms? What are other possible causes for my symptoms? What tests do I need? Can I infect others? How can I lower the risk? How can I prevent this from happening again?
Leg swelling Causes - Mayo Clinic Many factors can cause leg swelling Some factors are more serious than others Fluid buildup Leg swelling caused by fluid buildup in leg tissues is known as peripheral edema
Painless Swollen Legs: Many Causes from Mild to Serious ROCHESTER, Minn — Painless swollen legs are relatively common and usually easily managed But, according to the December issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter , this condition — called peripheral edema — is sometimes associated with a more serious underlying disease
Foot swelling or leg swelling in adults - Mayo Clinic The swollen area becomes warm, red or inflamed; The swelling is accompanied by a fever; Also seek immediate medical care if you're pregnant and develop: Sudden foot swelling; A noticeable change in foot swelling; Swelling in only one foot or leg
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Mild leg swelling should be evaluated DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am 81 and in good health, but my legs sometimes become swollen They don’t hurt, and it doesn’t feel like anything else is wrong Why might this be happening? Is it something I should see my health care provider for?
Swollen feet and ankles - Mayo Clinic Connect The most recent time a few years ago, I had swollen legs and feet that were puffy and no pain I was diagnosed at Mayo Rochester with lymphedema and now wear compression socks that keeps the swelling under control