Why do my calves feel heavy and swollen?

The heaviness and swelling of the calves are mainly caused by edema. At this time, you will feel that your lower limbs are not strong enough and it is difficult to walk. There are many reasons for this symptom, such as varicose veins, kidney disease, heart disease, etc., which may lead to such phenomenon. Therefore, you must go to the hospital for corresponding examination in time, understand the specific symptoms, and then take corresponding treatment methods.

Why do my calves feel heavy and swollen?

The main causes are as follows: (1) family history (2) occupational relationship (3) pregnancy (4) eating habits (5) increased abdominal pressure.

Clinical manifestations:

(1) Superficial varicose veins: mainly varicose vein changes of the great saphenous vein and its branches, which are bulging and tortuous, and are more obvious and extensive in the lower leg.

(2) The affected limb experiences swelling, soreness, heaviness, and pain, which is less severe in the morning and more severe in the evening.

(3) Nutritional changes in the skin of the lower leg: In the early stage, itching and scratching are the main symptoms. As the disease progresses, pigmentation may occur, mainly in the lower leg. Further development may lead to venous ulcers, which are difficult to heal. The ulcers are also mainly on the inner side of the lower leg.

Differential diagnosis of calf swelling:

1. Diffuse edema of the lower limbs: Diffuse edema of the lower limbs means that the edema starts from the lower limbs and is diffuse.

2. Calf edema: Calf edema refers to the accumulation of excessive fluid in the tissue spaces outside the blood vessels in the calf, resulting in edema.

3. Swelling and pain in the calf: After a tibial fracture, the calf becomes swollen and painful, and may have deformity and abnormal mobility. Tibial and fibular shaft fractures account for approximately 9.45% of all fractures in the body. It is particularly common in children under 10 years old, among which tibia and fibula fractures are the most common, accounting for 5.1% of all fractures, followed by tibia, accounting for 3.85% of all fractures. Fibular shaft fractures account for at least 0.59% of all fractures in the body.

1. Those with skin ulcers should seek regular treatment from a specialist.

2. For those without skin or ulcers, washing feet every night is a good habit, which can promote blood circulation and excrete stagnant toxins.

3. Eat less pork, drink less alcohol, and eat less irritating food to prevent the condition from worsening. People with skin or ulcers should be especially careful not to eat fish, shrimp, etc.

4. Protect the blood vessels of the affected limb: In addition to avoiding standing, walking or sitting for long periods of time, the size and strength of the massage should be determined according to the specific situation. You should be guided by a doctor at the beginning and apply and maintain it by yourself after you become proficient in it.