What is the reason for the sudden swelling of the instep

When our body has some conditions, we should pay attention to it. Only when there are problems with our physical health will some phenomena appear. The feet are a relatively important part of our body. Sometimes the instep of the foot suddenly becomes swollen without being hurt by the outside world. At this time, you must pay attention to it. There are many reasons that lead to sudden swelling of the instep, and you must seek treatment in time.

What is the reason for the sudden swelling of the instep?

1. Problems with kidney function are one of the important causes of edema.

2. Nutritional leg and foot swelling is caused by eating less and weakened digestive function.

3. Idiopathic leg and foot swelling, which is more common in women, may be related to endocrine and metabolic abnormalities;

4. Inferior vena cava leg and foot swelling is caused by poor return of the inferior vena cava, and one foot often swells first;

5. Functional leg and foot swelling, although not serious, can last for several years and the cause is still unknown.

6. Swelling of legs and feet caused by systemic diseases. People with heart disease, heart failure and kidney disease often have swollen legs and feet.

7. In addition, swelling of the legs and feet caused by excessive sodium salt intake, improper use of medication, and local infections such as beriberi are also common.

Note:

Due to different causes of swollen feet and legs, the clinical manifestations are also different.

1. Swollen feet are caused by gout. The big toe, heel and knee will suddenly become red, swollen and painful, the joints will feel hot and painful. It is caused by renal failure. The eyes and face will swell. If you press the heel or instep lightly, the swollen part will sink and the muscles will lose their elasticity.

2. Foot swelling caused by cardiac disease may cause symptoms such as palpitations, shortness of breath, and shortness of breath. If you experience symptoms of swollen legs and feet, you should go to the hospital for examination and diagnosis as soon as possible. In this way, we can prescribe the right medicine and get rid of the disease as soon as possible.

3. When people have long-term swelling on the instep of their feet, they should be alert to the occurrence of kidney disease. Edema is a typical feature of kidney disease. If this phenomenon occurs, patients should pay attention to it and find a professional hospital for diagnosis and treatment in time to avoid delaying treatment, aggravating the condition, and causing greater harm to the patient.