What causes swelling in both feet?
Disease description:
My feet have been swelling a lot recently, and when pressed, there is a small indentation that takes a long time to recover. I also feel some heaviness in both legs. I would like to know what is causing this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
Swelling in both feet is a common symptom that can be caused by various factors. The following are some common causes:
1. Venous problems: Varicose veins or deep vein thrombosis may obstruct blood return in the legs and feet, leading to swelling.
2. Heart disease: When heart function is compromised, the heart's ability to pump blood decreases, causing fluid accumulation in the lower extremities and resulting in edema.
3. Kidney disease: Abnormal kidney function may disrupt the body's water and salt balance, causing generalized or localized edema.
4. Liver disease: Liver diseases such as cirrhosis can impair protein synthesis, reduce blood osmotic pressure, and cause fluid leakage into tissue spaces, leading to edema.
5. Endocrine disorders: Conditions such as hypothyroidism can cause mucinous edema, which may present as swelling in both feet.
6. Malnutrition: Long-term inadequate diet or insufficient protein intake may lead to hypoalbuminemia, which can subsequently cause swelling in both feet.
7. Prolonged standing or sitting: Lack of physical activity or maintaining the same posture for extended periods can increase pressure in the lower limbs and promote fluid accumulation, causing swelling.
