Hello,
Since you have had pre-diabetic level 5.3, you need to monitor your diet, switch to healthy lifestyle & get more active. Stay away from addictions if any. High
glucose level in the blood triggers swelling in the feet, ankles or legs, RA, OA. Swelling may also be indicative of poor circulation due to obesity, water retention, gout, etc. Control your blood glucose levels at all cost. If
obese you are suggested to loose weight by regular walking, exercises and by staying active.
Cut on salty food, carbs,
trans fat, spicy, oily junk food. Take natural diuretics (green/black tea, parsley, water melons, grapes, berries, asparagus, bell peppers). Get clinically examined by a GP. Get all blood tests,
Urinalysis imaging (CT, MRI, etc) tests done to detect the pathology causing you discomfort. You will be treated accordingly. For relief from pain you can take
Combiflam, one SOS when needed. Take Evion-400mg for 15 days.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician