Those who have type 2 diabetes are at a high risk of swelling and inflammation in their legs and feet. According to doctors, diabetes affects blood circulation and leads to fluid build-up in the ...

And this is caused by fluid build up in the lungs, so as Godeseth says ... feeling lightheaded or fainting, and swollen ...

It increases blood circulation in the body “Elevating the legs promotes drainage from excess fluid build-up and this facilitates lymphatic drainage and increases circulation,” says Rihanoff.