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Swollen feet
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Swollen tongue
Fluid retention in the hands that leaves a dent when pressed
Edema
Swelling in the legs
Swelling in the hands
About the Symptom
Edema is swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues. Although edema can affect any part of the body, you may notice it more in the hands, arms, feet, ankles and legs.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Swelling on any part of the body
Possible Causes
Generally, Swelling on any part of the body can be related to:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
A condition in which a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually affecting the legs. The blood clot impairs blood circulation. Sometimes, the clots can dislodge and travel to an artery in your lung, which is a medical emergency.
- Nephrotic Syndrome
A condition where the blood vessels in your kidneys get damaged and leak protein. Common causes include autoimmune (the body's immune system attacking itself) and diabetic kidney disease. It causes swelling in your body, usually in the feet and ankles.
- Idiopathic Edema
Idiopathic edema is a fluid retention syndrome characterized by swelling of the face, hands, trunk, and limbs in premenopausal women who do not have heart, liver, or kidney disease.
- Lymphedema
- Varicose Veins, Chronic Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis
- Malabsorption Syndrome / Protein Losing Gastroenteropathy
- Eosinophilic Fasciitis
Related Serious Diseases
Sometimes, Swelling on any part of the body may be related to these serious diseases:
- Angioedema
Swelling of the eyes, lips, or other body parts due to an allergic reaction. Triggers typically include external allergens like nuts, crustaceans, bee stings, and drugs. However, in some cases, this condition may be genetic and inherited in the family.
- Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
- Acute Glomerulonephritis
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Is there swelling in any body part?
- How often do you experience swelling in any body part?
- Is your face swollen?
- Do your eyelids look puffy?
- Are your hands or arms swollen?
Reviewed By:
Unnati Patel, MD, MSc (Family Medicine)
Dr.Patel serves as Center Medical Director and a Primary Care Physician at Oak Street Health in Arizona. She graduated from the Zhejiang University School of Medicine prior to working in clinical research focused on preventive medicine at the University of Illinois and the University of Nevada. Dr. Patel earned her MSc in Global Health from Georgetown University, during which she worked with the WHO in Sierra Leone and Save the Children in Washington, D.C. She went on to complete her Family Medicine residency in Chicago at Norwegian American Hospital before completing a fellowship in Leadership in Value-based Care in conjunction with the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, where she earned her MBA. Dr. Patel’s interests include health tech and teaching medical students and she currently serves as Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Arizona School of Medicine.
Yoshinori Abe, MD (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Abe graduated from The University of Tokyo School of Medicine in 2015. He completed his residency at the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Longevity Medical Center. He co-founded Ubie, Inc. in May 2017, where he currently serves as CEO & product owner at Ubie. Since December 2019, he has been a member of the Special Committee for Activation of Research in Emergency AI of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine. | | Dr. Abe has been elected in the 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Healthcare & Science category.
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FAQs
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Can a Swollen Ankle Without Pain Indicate Bursitis?
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A swollen ankle without pain can potentially indicate bursitis, particularly if the swelling is localized around the bursa in the ankle area. However, other conditions can also cause swelling without pain, so it is important to consider additional factors and consult a healthcare provider for an accurate diagnosis.
References:
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Brown TD, Varney TE, Micheli LJ. Malleolar bursitis in figure skaters. Indications for operative and nonoperative treatment. Am J Sports Med. 2000 Jan-Feb;28(1):109-11. doi: 10.1177/03635465000280010301. PMID: 10653553.
Naito M, Matsumoto T, Chang SH, Ikegami M, Hirose J, Tanaka S. Recalcitrant Lateral Premalleolar Bursitis of the Ankle Associated with Lateral Ankle Instability. Case Rep Orthop. 2017;2017:4854812. doi: 10.1155/2017/4854812. Epub 2017 Aug 3. PMID: 28840049; PMCID: PMC5559932.
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Why Are My Fingers Swollen When I Wake Up in the Morning?
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Swollen fingers in the morning can occur for several reasons, including fluid retention, inflammation, and underlying medical conditions. Understanding the potential causes can help in managing and alleviating the swelling.
References:
Warrender WJ, Salmons HI, Pham P, Watkins C, Jones C, Rivlin M. Physiological Nocturnal Hand Swelling: A Prospective Evaluation of Healthy Volunteers. J Hand Surg Am. 2019 Mar;44(3):245.e1-245.e5. doi: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2018.05.032. Epub 2018 Jul 7. PMID: 30853063.
Hasham S, Burke FD. Diagnosis and treatment of swellings in the hand. Postgrad Med J. 2007 May;83(979):296-300. doi: 10.1136/pgmj.2005.043992. Erratum in: Postgrad Med J. 2007 Nov;83(985):722. PMID: 17488856; PMCID: PMC2600075.
Soberon, C. (2023, April 10). Why are my fingers swollen in the morning? Hand & Microsurgery.
https://hand-microsurgery.com/blog/why-are-my-fingers-swollen-in-the-morning/
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When Experiencing Swelling, Should I See Primary Care or a Specialist at the Hospital?
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When experiencing swelling, the decision to see a primary care provider or a specialist at the hospital depends on the severity and underlying cause of the swelling. Understanding the context of your symptoms can help guide this decision.
References:
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