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How To Reduce Swelling In Feet?

Hi I recently took an trip via airline - returning last Saturday. I have been dealing with swollen feet ever since. The flight time was only 2 hrs. I have flown many times before and didn t have any problems. I am 65. Can I do anything to reduce the swelling? Thank you
Fri, 6 Nov 2015
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Hi, i do care for your concern.
This occurs due to pooling of blood in lower limb due to prolonged period of standing or even sitting.
elevation of foot end during sleep, pressure bandage of lower limbs, usually relieves the swelling.
If the swelling persist even after that, It is advisable to take renal and liver function test and consult your physician with the reports.
hope everything gets well soon.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
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How To Reduce Swelling In Feet?

Hi, i do care for your concern. This occurs due to pooling of blood in lower limb due to prolonged period of standing or even sitting. elevation of foot end during sleep, pressure bandage of lower limbs, usually relieves the swelling. If the swelling persist even after that, It is advisable to take renal and liver function test and consult your physician with the reports. hope everything gets well soon. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.