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What Are Swollen Feet?
The medical term for swelling from excess fluid in your body isedema.
When your feet swell, it’s calledperipheral edema, and it can make them feel heavy and achy.
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Can Swollen Feet Be a Medical Emergency?
Are Swollen Feet a Symptom of Diabetes?
Several aspects of diabetes can cause swollen feet and ankles.
Longer-term complications of diabetes like heart or kidney problems can also cause swelling.
The blood pools in the lower legs, and that makes your feet and ankles swell.
Nerve damage from high blood sugar can also reduce feeling.
Blood clots usually cause swelling in just one leg.
Medications
Certainmedications that treat bang out 2 diabetesmay cause swollen feet or legs as a side effect.
This includes Actos (pioglitazone).
If it doesn’t, call a healthcare provider if the swelling lasts more than a day or two.
Call 911 or go to the emergency room.
Summary
Swollen feet are a common symptom of diabetes.
It can also damage the nerves so you may not notice foot injuries.
As your body tries to heal them, that can add to fluid build-up.
Blood clots (which can be dangerous) and certain medications may also add to swelling due to diabetes.
Exercise and putting your feet up can help swelling.
The picture has changed for the better, though.
Plus, a healthy lifestyle can go a long way toward keeping you going strong, despite diabetes.
Check with a healthcare provider if your feet stay swollen for more than a day or two.
There are several reasons for swelling if you have diabetes.
Blood vessel damage is common, which can cause blood to pool.
High blood sugar can also lead to nerve damage, which can be linked to swelling.
Heart and kidney conditions that are associated with diabetes may also cause swelling.
Check your feet daily if you have diabetes and signs of nerve damage or sores.
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