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What Causes Excessive Swelling In The Feet And Rashes On The Calves?

Just returned from a Caribbean cruise. The last couple of days of the cruise both feet and ankles had excessive swelling and I had a blistery rash starting at my sock line going up my shins and calves. Seems to be clearing up since we got home but I am still concerned
Wed, 17 May 2017
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Hello dear , hi
I evaluated your query thoroughly.
This in relation with prolong dependency in particular positions & proximal
angular compressions from posture / socks .
Usually normal physiologic response in majority of people .
Suggestions for you :
- keep both legs elevated over 3-4 pillows at home for fast recovery.
- avoid prolong sitting in same position / prolong standing .
- avoid smoking / alcohol .
- can apply Framycetin cream over rashes .
- in severe cases one may require antibiotics +/- antiinflammatory drugs
after clinical evaluations.
- maintain hydrations & take nutritious diet .
hope this helps you to some extent.
wishing you fine recovery from it.
regards dear.
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What Causes Excessive Swelling In The Feet And Rashes On The Calves?

Hello dear , hi I evaluated your query thoroughly. This in relation with prolong dependency in particular positions & proximal angular compressions from posture / socks . Usually normal physiologic response in majority of people . Suggestions for you : - keep both legs elevated over 3-4 pillows at home for fast recovery. - avoid prolong sitting in same position / prolong standing . - avoid smoking / alcohol . - can apply Framycetin cream over rashes . - in severe cases one may require antibiotics +/- antiinflammatory drugs after clinical evaluations. - maintain hydrations & take nutritious diet . hope this helps you to some extent. wishing you fine recovery from it. regards dear.