Both Lower Legs Red And Swollen

Usually this is nothing to worry about and does not need treatment.

Both lower legs red and swollen. Read below for more information on lower leg rashes and treatment options. The swelling could mirror DVT but it typically happens in both. Swelling of the lower extremities is referred to as edema and is due to retention water within the tissues.

Fever of 1004ºF 38ºC or higher or as directed by your healthcare provider. According to the National Institute of Health signs of edema include. See the separate leaflet called Oedema Swelling.

Its most common in your lower leg. Lower leg redness is usually caused by inflammation specifically dilation of blood vessels in the lower leg after some sort of damage to the leg. You can have swelling due to fluid buildup simply from being overweight being inactive.

Make sure you contact your GP practice to get the correct diagnosis and treatment. The swelling in the legs can cause inflammation which makes them redder and more tender. Lower leg swelling and discoloration is a common symptom but you may also notice other issues such as itching and tingling cramping in legs pain that becomes worse when standing and improves when legs are elevated varicose veins ulcers on.

Common causes of swollen ankles feet and legs. Red Legs can be defined as redness throughout both legs usually below the knee only. If both legs are swollen to the same level this is likely to be oedema.

Itchy lower legs or ankles. Red swollen legs may be a sign of a circulation problem. Leg swelling caused by the retention of fluid in leg tissues is known as peripheral edema.