Is this normal?

Question

I am 37 weeks and for the past 2 days my hands have (a few times) turned red and started swelling, and itching & kind of tingling.

Also, my feet and ankles are really swollen, just since yesterday. I am almost always off my feet so I don't understand how they could be SO swollen. Should I call? What could it be??

Answer 1

I would call the doctor just in case. However, I think It is completely normal. I went through the same thing. I just tried to keep my feet up and get a lot of rest. The tingling and itching you are feeling is sort of like carpelltunnel, but it's nothing to worry about. I read it in my "What to expect when you're expecting book."

Answer 2

I never really had a problem with swelling while being pregnant. I know that I have heard of women who do have a problem with swollen feet in the last month or so of pregnancy. I'm sure it is normal unless there is pain. But I would ask the doctor about it at your next appointment. If it is really bothering you, call the doctor. They should be able to answer your question and put you at ease. Hope this helps you out. Good luck dear!

Answer 3

Yea, that sounds pretty normal. In my last month, I developed adema and could press my skin in and the imprint would remain for a few seconds. I actually had to have cortizone injections in my wrists because my hands were so swollen they were putting pressure on my tendons.

You'll get through it. It's almost over. Good luck and congrats.

Answer 4

I know that you're feet swelling is normal. Your hands may be as well, but I would call the doctor. I know that sometimes hands and faces swelling up during pregnancy are related to some prenatal issues such as toxemia that may need to be addressed.

Answer 5

I would call the doctor. It could be toxemia and it's not worth the risk at this stage to ignore it. It's probably just regular fluid retention, but get it checked. They'll check for protein in the urine.

Answer 6

its called edema. you should call your doctor.they may want to check you out. too much can be bad and this is also a sign of preeclampsia. high blood pressure. it happened to me but after i delivered. cal lthe doctor better safe than sorry

Answer 7

Call your doctor immediately. Why are you asking questions on this when this is serious. Don't wait for our answers. Get your doctor and fast.

Answer 8

You could be starting Preeclampsia. I would rather call and be wrong than not call at all.

Answer 9

This is normal

Answer 10

normal, uncomfortable but normal