{"id":9265,"date":"2023-04-20T14:04:57","date_gmt":"2023-04-20T08:34:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/?p=9265"},"modified":"2024-02-07T15:35:41","modified_gmt":"2024-02-07T10:05:41","slug":"diabetes-and-swollen-feet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-swollen-feet\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the Link Between Diabetes and Swollen Feet"},"content":{"rendered":"

People with diabetes take extra care of their diet, weight and workout routines. But, not many know how this condition affects their feet.<\/span><\/p>\n

Did you know diabetes can cause swollen feet, which require immediate medical attention? Infact, foot care<\/a> is almost completely ignored in diabetes care.<\/span><\/p>\n

Diabetes can affect the circulation of blood, especially in the lower extremities, resulting in fluid build-up and subsequent swelling in legs and feet.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What are the Reasons for Swollen Feet in People With Diabetes?<\/b><\/h2>\n

While there can be many reasons for diabetes and swelling of feet, diabetes-related complications must be evaluated in people with the condition. Here are some reasons that can cause diabetes swollen feet:<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Obesity<\/b><\/h3>\n

Obesity is one of the risk factors for type 2 diabetes and also increases the risk for foot edema or swelling.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Medications<\/b><\/h3>\n

\u00a0Certain hypertensive medications can increase the risk of water retention or fluid build-up, resulting in foot swelling in people with diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Diabetes neuropathy<\/b><\/h3>\n

Diabetes neuropathy<\/a> nerve degeneration can result in sorbitol accumulation, causing foot sensation problems. This makes it difficult to notice injuries, increasing the risk of sprains and fractures, which may trigger foot swelling.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Cardiovascular complications<\/b><\/h3>\n

\u00a0Heart conditions like hypertension and congestive heart failure increase the risk of foot swelling. This may get aggravated in people with type 2 diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Kidney conditions<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Diabetes is known to be a leading cause of chronic kidney disease. The kidneys regulate fluid balance in the body, and any functional issue with the kidneys can result in leg and foot swelling in people with diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Impaired blood flow<\/b><\/h3>\n

Increased blood sugar levels can result in arterial thickening that can cause them to lose their elasticity. This impedes blood flow to the feet, giving rise to fluid build-up and swelling in the feet.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Blood clotting<\/b><\/h3>\n

\u00a0When a blood clot develops in one leg, it may be related to a blood clot. This is common in deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and can give rise to swelling in the lower extremities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Does Diabetes Foot Swelling Appear in the Evenings?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Most people with type 2 diabetes notice their feet swelling during the evenings. This could be due to prolonged standing or sitting that increases strain on the feet towards the end of the day, causing the pooling of fluid and giving rise to swelling.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How to Reduce Diabetes Swollen Feet?<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you have swelling in your legs and feet due to diabetes, you must report it to your doctor at the earliest. While the treatment depends upon the root cause of the swelling, here are some things you can do to alleviate it:<\/span><\/p>\n