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Pregnancy: Changes in Feet and Ankles
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Some changes in your feet and ankles are normal during pregnancy. These symptoms occur from normal Reference hormonal Opens New Window changes and increased body weight and usually go away after delivery. Many women see a change in shoe size during pregnancy and that may not go away later.
- Redness and itching of the soles and palms frequently occur during pregnancy. These symptoms may be caused by the normal increase in the hormone Reference estrogen Opens New Window. A moisturizer may provide temporary relief.
- Swelling of the feet and ankles may occur because of normal fluid buildup.
- Foot strain, pain, and aching may be caused by softness (laxity) in Reference ligaments Opens New Window.
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