Reasons for swollen feet

If one or both of your feet are swollen, it can be hard to move around. And it can hurt, too. It is not always clear why it happens, but some health conditions can make it more likely.

Edema: The body retains too much water. It makes feet, hands, and face puffy. Some women experience it around their period or after a long flight.

Injury: If you trip or take a wrong step, a swollen foot can signify a broken bone or a sprain.

Pregnancy: Feet can swell as a natural part of pregnancy because a pregnant woman's body holds on to more water.

Preeclampsia: Many pregnant women have swollen feet, but if they also have a headache, nausea, trouble breathing, or belly pain, after 20 weeks of pregnancy, it could be a sign of this condition.

Heart failure: This occurs when your heart does not pump blood as efficiently as it should.

Kidney disease: Your kidneys filter blood. Ineffective pumps can cause swollen feet.

Liver disease: If you have hepatitis (inflammation in your liver) or drink heavily, it can cause chronic liver disease that shows symptoms like swollen feet.

Consult with the physician to identify the cause of your swollen feet until it causes bleak outcomes.