I am almost 38 weeks, and for the past couple weeks, I have been having severe swelling on my right ride, mainly in my right foot, ankle, and calf. It can be painful, especially at night. I wake up (sleep on both right and left sides) and I can barely close my right hand, and the swelling in my foot is still there. I have gained about 30lbs in the past 6 weeks, but the doctors dont seem concerned. One suggested that I buy the support hose...I guess my question is whether it is worth it to buy them when I could go into labor anytime, (theyre expensive!) and whether anyone else has had the swelling so dominant to one side? I guess I am just getting anxious and worried...thanks for your help!
2007-01-12 04:34:35 · 5 answers · asked by lmeverett22 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
my BP is fine everytime I go to the doc...
2007-01-12 04:40:13 · update #1
Did anyone have success with support hose?
2007-01-12 04:53:49 · update #2
Thyroid problems can cause swelling to one side, talk to a family doctor and see what they say
2007-01-12 04:38:22 · answer #1 · answered by undecided 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How is your blood pressure? Is there protein in your urine? Swelling can be a sign of pre-eclampsia, especially with the weight gain. Blurred vision and headache are other signs to watch for. Ask your doctor about it.
2007-01-12 12:40:37 · answer #2 · answered by momof3 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like you put more pressure on one side than the other. try drinking more water it will help if you are retaining any. also when laying or sitting on the couch prop up your legs higher that level with your lap. it might help other wise try to just stay off your feet.
2007-01-12 12:45:56 · answer #3 · answered by lola1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry but that doesn't sound normal at all you have gained thirty pounds in 6 weeks??? I really think u should get a 2nd opinion
2007-01-12 12:39:52 · answer #4 · answered by lisamarie7901 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call your doctor now thats called edema and its caused but high blood pressure you may need to be delivered soon
2007-01-12 12:38:54 · answer #5 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋