What Can Cause Swelling In Feet,ankle And Wrists In Pregnancy?

Hello, and I hope I can help you today. Swelling is a normal part of pregnancy. Almost every woman has some swelling during the third trimester, and swelling in the joint capsule of your wrist, especially on your dominant hand, can cause symptoms of the condition called carpal tunnel syndrome, which can be treated with wrist braces and is a common problem in pregnant women. However, being abnormally swollen can sometimes be associated with the pregnancy complication called preeclampsia. Preeclampsia is a combination of edema, high blood pressure, and protein being released into the urine. Developing preeclampsia as early as 24 weeks is a rare complication but can be very serious if not diagnose promptly. It can put a mother at risk for seizures and strokes, and also cause growth problems for the baby. So I strongly suggest you see your prenatal care provider urgently for evaluation. In the meantime I suggest you monitor yourself for symptoms like headaches, blurry vision, spots in front of your eyes. A right-sided upper abdominal pain. If you experience any of these symptoms you should go to a hospital emergency room for evaluation. I hope that everything turns out to be all right with your pregnancy after evaluation. In the meantime try to stay off your feet, drink lots of water, and monitor the movements of the baby. I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today, and that my advice was helpful. Best wishes, Dr. Brown