Causes of edema of the legs in women

 

 

Before we consider the main causes edema of the legs in women, we recall that the swelling is inherently excessive fluid accumulation in various organs in the extracellular tissue spaces. Edema are of different nature and, therefore, need to deal with them differently.

What are the main causes of edema of the legs in women:

• Excessive fluid intake, especially before bedtime.
• Metabolic disorder.
• Overweight. This leads to increased pressure on the legs.
•  Increased physical activity on their feet.
• Prolonged sitting with crossed legs, which leads to stagnation of blood in the legs.
• Uncomfortable shoes. The best option is to average heel shoes, spacious enough that the leg was not squeezed.
• Stimulated long walking or standing on their feet on their professional activity, or vice versa, "sedentary" nature of the work, especially if the seat is too low or too soft.
• Flat feet and other orthopedic disorders.
• Diseases of the cardiovascular system.
• Varicose veins. In this disease develops gradually swelling and edema location is not symmetrical.
• Kidney, liver, thyroid gland.
• Reducing the amount of protein in blood, for example by observing strict diet, or during fasting.
• Swelling during pregnancy, which are usually temporary, as caused by physiological reasons.

The older the woman, the greater the likelihood of leg edema. To his feet swelled less, prevention measures should be taken: a light, stroking massage feet, decreased fluid intake, change shoes during the day to perform simple exercises to relieve foot fatigue.

If swelling of the legs become regular, you need to consult a doctor. He will establish the causes of edema of the legs in your case. Do not self-medicate! Take care of yourself.