In summer, the heat can have health consequences: first, there is the risk of sunstroke and heat stroke, then there is the risk of dehydration. And then there is the phenomenon of heavy legs and swollen ankles, which particularly affects women.
There feeling of swollen ankles because of the heat is common. However, there are tips to prevent this very common effect.and avoid this feeling of swollen ankles at nightor at any time of the day. Matthieu Josnin, president of the French Society of Phlebology (SFP) gives his advice.
Swollen ankles
THE edema located at the level of the ankles come from a poor venous return or a “lazy” return. We get up in the morning without noticing any problem, and if it is hot, the ankles start to swell throughout the day. “These are the veins that dilate and have difficulty in bringing blood back up. The intracellular fluid will stagnate which will constitute an edema”, sums up Dr. Josnin.
Although it is the most common, others causes can explain your swollen anklesas heart failure or even therenal failure. Thus, a problem with heart may be the cause of your swollen ankles. It is also possible that your swollen ankles are due to liver disease. But the most common case remains that where the venous return is hurt. The vein will dilate too much when it shouldn’t. This problem affects one in three French people. Especially women for hormonal reasons. THE men are less affected by swollen ankles. “Progesterone and estrogen tend to promote vaso dilation and slow the flow of blood circulation. But today, men who did not consult, are also getting started. Even if the proportion of women remains high. Venous insufficiency affects one in three French people“, indicates the president of the SFP.
The woman may also suffer from swollen ankles during pregnancy. This is due to the accumulation of fluid in the tissues, causing them to swell.
Swollen ankles
If you suffer fromshortness of breath, swollen ankles, and a general state of fatigue, do not hesitate to make an appointment with your doctor. It can be the sign of heart failure.
Besides gender, there are other risk factors. Age, for example, plays a big role. Thus, the older people are more at risk with swollen ankles. Be careful, this does not mean that young people cannot suffer from it. Food (especially excess salt), sedentary lifestyle, overweight remain to be banned to avoid edema.
But then, what to do to avoid swollen ankles ? There are a number of rules to follow to avoid ending up with ends that double in size. For example, eat less salt Or strengthen your lymphatic system. These natural remedies will prevent you from having hard and painful swollen ankles.
Thanks to Matthieu Josnin, president of the French Society of Phlebology (SFP).
