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How to treat swollen feet in pregnancy?

I am having a lot of swelling in my feet in the 4th month of my pregnancy. What should I do? Will it go away?

2 Answers

First and foremost make certain that you are not demonstrating any renal or cardiovascular conditions that can otherwise impact your health. If not, then swelling of the lower extremities is not uncommon. Wearing support stockings may be helpful to reduce swelling during the daytime. At night, keeping the legs propped or elevated with a pillow, so that the legs are above the level of the heart, may also help in reducing swelling of the legs.
It will go away. Reduce your salt intake, avoid standing as much as possible, elevate your feet and legs whenever possible, get some good compression stockings (plastic surgeons usually sell them in their offices) and drink plenty of water.