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Q: swollen feet and need advice

I teach school and workdays just started back yesterday. Much different schedule than what I've had for the summer months. Walking from different parts of the school to attend meetings, sitting at my desk, not drinking as much water for the aggravation of having to walk to the bathroom a distance away. Don't think my diet has changed so much that I can think of.
A friend has told me that I need to put my feet up as much as I can, but that is difficult to do in a classroom as there isn't a recliner like at home and nothing seems comfortable. I feel like it will only get worse when the students start. The friend told me that I could end up in the hospital with preeclampsia. Feet/ankles don't hurt right but are swollen, will they get worse?
Has anyone experienced this and had ok-good results? What can I do to be less of a problem.

This question was asked Aug. 21, 2014 1:28am
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Answered by TXkadams - Aug. 21, 2014 5:34pm

I had swelling in my feet and ankles for about half of my last pregnancy. Get some compression socks, try to go to the pool (or bathtub, but pool is better, deeper), put your feet up as much as possible (thin pillow under feet at night in bed), drink lots of water, and try to keep up the walking around. Nothing is going to stop the swelling, some women just swell. But these things will make it better than if you didn't do them. My swelling wasn't a problem and it went away within a couple of days of birth. Good luck!

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Answered by Mrs.Mom - Aug. 21, 2014 4:13pm

I was lucky and had very few days of swelling near the end of my pregnancy. I would put my feet up as soon as I got home and keep them elevated as much as possible. Even in bed when sleeping, prop them up. I actually found that when I went on my mat leave (left 3 weeks before I was due), I was at home keeping busy all of the time moving a lot and the swelling didn't return. I think for me putting your feet up is key but also keeping active if that makes any sense! It worked for me, so thought I would share. Good luck.

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Answered by stephpan - Aug. 21, 2014 1:34pm

The best advice I got was to try and go to a pool as often as possible - it really helps with the swelling.

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Answered by ashbee - Aug. 21, 2014 1:27pm

I would let your OB know your concerns and what is going on, after all that's what they are there for. (:
I had pre-eclampsia with both of my previous pregnancies - and I am currently being closely monitored with this pregnancy as well, and it typically happens fast (which is why you need to let your Dr. know of any swelling or symptoms that you are having). With pre-eclampsia there are several factors to look at (not just swelling - but that can most definitely be an indicator). I would keep a close eye on your BP in between visits just to be safe, watch for any headaches, blurred vision or just not feeling well. Another indication is excessive or rapid weight gain, good luck to you! (:

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Answered by darladybug - Aug. 21, 2014 1:09pm

I did, I worked in retail and was on my feet 8-10 hrs a day. Only my right leg and ankle had gotten swollen and it would get up to 4 times the size some days. When I would get home I would rest and put my leg up, but it never went back to normal during the pregnancy. I had let my doctor know and mentioned it every time I went in but he was never concerned about it. Everything went fine and I had no complications. After I had my son however, both legs had swelled and were uncomfortable for a few days. I would say not to worry too much and just mention it to your doctor during your next visit. Unless of course, you end up gaining 3-4 lbs in a week or your face and/or hands become very swollen because that is a sign of preeclampsia.

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