I have really swollen ankles, is this normal at this stage of pregnancy? I work part time, but I'm not on my feet that much, maybe 2 hours a day. My feet and ankles are really sore and itchy too, did anyone else experience this?
2007-05-09 05:19:52 · 6 answers · asked by Nickynackynoo 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I have low blood pressure, I live in Greece and access to my Doctor isn't that easy. I will have to call him tomorrow, but he gives rubbish advice (told me I didn't need folic acid!) that's why I ask a lot of questions on here.
2007-05-09 05:28:05 · update #1
There are two gynaecologists on the island where I live, mine is the better one! I don't have a mother to advise me and my mother in law is of the school of thought that I'm moaning about everything!!! I have tried looking for midwifery advice online, but they are all for Uk only, can anyone reccommend one?
2007-05-09 06:06:13 · update #2
not normal at this stage please call and see your doctor this is a sign of too much salt and very high blood pressure/ call your doctor today
2007-05-09 05:24:09 · answer #1 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a retired nurse. I don't believe the thinking about this has changed. I feel you have a problem which may be compounded by a poor doctor. Of Course you need folic acid. So, since you are 17 weeks, you have time to find another doctor. But don't delay as the swollen ankles could be a sign of pre-eclampsia. The low blood pressure does not fit into that scenario, though. So you have a confusing situation. Get a referral to a good doctor and call and ask them what they think. If you have to, go in for a consultation (second opinion) If you then decide to keep your current doctor, so be it. If you were my daughter I would be concerned. Don't risk your health or your baby's. Get professional advice.
2007-05-09 12:54:23 · answer #2 · answered by beachblonnd 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had really bad swollen feet and ankles, but not until later in pregnancy. It can be a sign of toxemia, so I would tell your OB about it right away. Good luck.
2007-05-09 12:26:53 · answer #3 · answered by Melissa B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, you're retaining water. Put your feet up as much as you can. Your doctor will have other suggestions as well.
2007-05-09 12:27:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hon if you are that concerned ask your doctor okay???? That could be a sign of a serious problem so be sure to ask!
2007-05-09 12:25:17 · answer #5 · answered by Jay 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
join the club snap im just the same right now...try putting them up more
2007-05-09 12:53:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋