Why are my legs swollen?

Leg swelling may indicate fluid retention, circulation problems, or systemic disease. 

Medome helps identify causes. 

Common causes

  • Standing or sitting too long 
  • Minor injury or inflammation 
  • Pregnancy 

Less common but important

  • Heart failure 
  • Kidney or liver disease 
  • Blood clots 
  • Cancer 

What people ask about Swollen Legs

“Is this serious?”

Medome flags patterns suggesting urgent evaluation.

“What helps?”

Elevation, compression, activity, and monitoring help most minor cases.

“When should I see a doctor?”

Rapid, painful, or asymmetric swelling requires prompt attention.

When to seek care

  • Redness, warmth, or pain 
  • Shortness of breath 
  • Sudden or severe swelling 

How Medome Helps

Medome tracks symptoms and risk factors to guide safe management and alert to urgent conditions.

*This information is provided for educational purposes onlyTo best understand what is the cause of your symptom, please complete a free Medome consultation. Of course, any final medical decisions should be made in consultation with a licensed medical professional.