Swelling (an large accumulation of fluid in the tissues)

• Shortness of breath coughing, swelling of the extremities, rapid or irregular heart beat or fatigue
• Swelling of face, neck, lips or tongue after an insect sting, food or medication
• Swelling, increased temperature, change in color or pain in one leg
• Swelling of abdomen and legs with nausea and vomiting, dark colored urine, yellow, itching skin
• Pregnancy, severe swelling of ankles, face, weight gain, headache, vision changes
• Swelling of legs or ankles, little or no urination, weight gain, headache

Yes	No
Seek Immediate Medical Attention! These symptoms can be life-threatening.

• History of chronic disease (kidney, heart liver etc) with mild swelling of legs or ankles
• Chronic mild to moderate swelling of fingers, ankles
• Weight gain of 5 pounds or more in short period of time (1 week) with no change in diet or exercise
• Swelling continues or worsens after 1 week of self management

Yes	No
Contact Your Health Care Provider.

• Elevate leg (s) with pillows or a footstool
• Decrease salt in diet-do not add salt to food, read labels on foods
• Remove restrictive jewelry or clothing
• Avoid prolonged sitting or standing
• Do not cross legs
• Take acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil) for aching legs, if no reasons to the contrary