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Does Smoking Cause Swollen Feet And Ankles?

Can smoking 1ppd for 23 yrs cause swollen painful feet and ankles? Am 50 y/o female current smoker. Neuropathy from past etoh abuse, copd, some varicose veins, worked on my feet 45+ hrs a wk last 25 yrs. Best in midday, worse in eve and much worse first thing in morning. Also severe OA. On gabopentin but no OA meds. Sciatica and herniated discs L2-S1. 5 4 , 175 lbs
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Hi,

Smoking by itself is unlikely to cause swollen feet, but it can aggravate other diseases which can cause swelling of feet. Smoking is bad for both kidneys and heart, any impairment in functioning of which can easily cause swelling of feet. Your varicose veins may also be implicated in poor venous return and result in oedema. Smoking can worsen varicose veins too. In my opinion, you should inform your doctor about the swelling and get some routine blood tests done that your doctor may advise.

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Does Smoking Cause Swollen Feet And Ankles?

Hi, Smoking by itself is unlikely to cause swollen feet, but it can aggravate other diseases which can cause swelling of feet. Smoking is bad for both kidneys and heart, any impairment in functioning of which can easily cause swelling of feet. Your varicose veins may also be implicated in poor venous return and result in oedema. Smoking can worsen varicose veins too. In my opinion, you should inform your doctor about the swelling and get some routine blood tests done that your doctor may advise. Best wishes.