Midtown NY Podiatrist, Dr. Isaac Tabari, is a top Foot Doctor and world-renowned pediatric podiatrist / children's foot specialist in Manhattan's NYC Podiatry Center of Excellence.
Board certified by ABPM, with multiple awards oh his track record, VIP & Celebrity patients, he is in private practice at  136 E 57th St #801, New York, NY 10022.   Medico de los pies en NY.
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Dr. Isaac Tabari, board certified (ABPM) foot & ankle surgeon has helped thousands of patients prevent and recover from diseases of the foot and ankle, as well as perform countless reconstructive surgeries for bunions, hammertoes, etc.

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Swollen Feet

By Isaac Tabari

 

Abnormal buildup of fluid in the feet or ankles is called peripheral edema.

 
Causes:
  • Prolonged standing
  • Prolonged airplane flights or car rides
  • Menstrual periods
  • Preeclampsia during pregnancy
  • Weight increase
  • Older age
  • Injury or trauma to the ankle or foot
  • Heart, kidney or liver failures - during which there's increase in fluids in the foot area.

Other conditions that can cause swelling in the feet:

  • Blood clots
  • Leg infections
  • Venous insufficiencies
  • Varicose veins
  • Burns (including sunburn)
  • Insect bites/stings
  • Malnutrition
  • Surgery to your leg or foot
  • Lymphatic obstructions
  • Certain medications, such as estrogens, calcium channel blockers, steroids, antidepressants,

 

 

***This material is only provided as helpful information and not as medical advice and you should consult with your foot doctor or another medical doctor for a professional diagnosis. ***

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