Struggling with swollen, itchy or painful feet during pregnancy? A podiatrist explains how hormonal and physical changes during pregnancy can affect the feet, and how to deal with them.

Treatment depends on the underlying cause. In some cases, as with a sprain, pregnancy, or medication use, the swelling can be temporary or reversible. Weight loss, reduced salt intake, and other ...

Here’s why pregnant women have swollen feet. In advanced cases, swelling could be a sign of pre-eclampsia. This is a pregnancy-specific disorder that can cause sudden swelling and weight gain.

Here’s why pregnant women have swollen feet. The swelling doesn’t occur in the legs and feet alone, but also in the ankles and fingers. It should reduce a week or two after your baby is born.

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