During the last months of pregnancy the feet, ankles and legs it is very frequent that swell, especially last hours of the evening and during the summer months. It takes place for a liquids accumulation in the textiles.
The distension (that is named an edema), if it is moderated, is considered to be normal in the pregnancy. It usually disappears with the night rest. Nevertheless, if it notices that his hands and face swell up, he must inform his doctor, since it might indicate the existence of some problem.
It must not take any medication to diminish the distension without knowledge of his doctor.
Some advices...
- He must avoid to remain standing or sit for the long time. When it is possible to him put the legs in high place and when it rests in the bed make it knocked down on the left side.
- He must avoid the use of leagues or tapes that compress his legs. The use of averages is more advisable up to the waist.
- It must realize exercises regularly, especially walks and swimming.
- It must take comfortable footwear, never a heel of more than 4 cm.
- It must drink very much water.
- He must not throw a lot of salt in the meals.
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