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Which Specialist Do I Need To Consult For Swollen Foot And What Could Be The Solution ?

I have a problem in my foot which is swelling if sitting in a same position more than 15 mts.If i go to bed/get back to sleep it is reduced,continuing since 2 years...I consulted with doctor ,my kidney , heart ,urine & blood every thing normal...but he says something insufficiency in blood cisculation....What is the solution to my problem..
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It is venous insufficiency my dear. Veins have valves in them which allows only 1 way flow of the blood. Sometimes these valves become defected so the blood pools in the dependent part of body e.g. feet. Do u also have varicose veins? You should consult a general surgeon.
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Which Specialist Do I Need To Consult For Swollen Foot And What Could Be The Solution ?

It is venous insufficiency my dear. Veins have valves in them which allows only 1 way flow of the blood. Sometimes these valves become defected so the blood pools in the dependent part of body e.g. feet. Do u also have varicose veins? You should consult a general surgeon.