Puffy ankles
Boring and unglamorous subject, yes, but blast it, a real problem. I sit at a computer most of the day, and in summer, even cold days, my ankles puff up.
I start every day with ankles like a racehorse and end it with shirehorse fetlocks. I'm up and down the whole time getting coffee, I walk the dog every day, and I do a dance routine to keep fit at least 4 times a week, so it isn't lack of exercise. Same routine, winter and summer, why does it only happen in summer, and can anyone tell me how to stop it happening?
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And I smoke year-round ... again, probably less in summer than winter.
Off to lie against a wall. Sue Grafton book along for the ride ...
Yuck! Yes shut them out!
so long as something helps, thats the point :)
Apparently my extra discomfort today is probably linked to the extra salt I poured generously on my fairly tasteless lunch. Lesson learned, every day a schoolday.
Please all stop picturing me with giant shapeless ankles.
My mother and both my grandmother suffered from it when the got older.
Now my sister also started with it. The quack said it is water and had her on medication. It helped but it came back when the tablets ran out.
swollen male parts, well , we have a joke I saw straight off viv the puffy swollen made me think of parts that do just that, on aroused lasses, but we stich to salt, and WATER...retention for now ptherwise we go ...off topic!
Sleep well
Back to swollen ankles...my doctor also suggested water pills but I prefer not to take meds if I can help it. The other works very well with the added benefit of relaxation.
I did do a longer zumba session today than usual, because I was feeling so chipper, and to see if it would help. I'll lay off all salt tomorrow and see if that does the trick.
Thanks!
no need, her head is at the end of the bed...sometimes her feet rest on the headboard!
That's a question that sorts the men from the boys, and the players from the keepers.
(I get asked some funny ones on their shortlists too, but men for some reason nearly always have nice warm feet.)
Could it be possible that you have a little fluid buildup around your ankles! And you notice it when you been sitting a long time?!...
I'll look up those pills, thanks
Soak your ankles in some very warm water & some Apple Cider Vinegar. Plus! Salt included. Until the water get cool! Then repeat. Do this daily until you visit your doctor. ( For more instructions and Meds)
Thank You!...
Ankle edema happens when you sit or stand for long periods of time...sometimes it is due to diet...reduce your salt content or ensure you are eating properly...like consuming adequate amounts of protein...
Aging plays a role as well...our kidney function can be reduced not to mention the heart function...but certain medications can cause fluid retention as well...so it is good to get a medical check up but for relief...just elevate your legs...
your legs raised.