The symptoms of swollen feet at 36 weeks of pregnancy may be normal or related to gestational hypertension, which can be relieved by temporary observation, home care and drug intervention.
1. Normal phenomenon: Most pregnant women in the late stage of pregnancy may have swollen feet because the uterus presses on the veins of the lower limbs, thus causing obstruction of venous return in the lower limbs. If not accompanied by other symptoms, most do not need special treatment, can be temporarily observed. It can also be relieved by soaking your feet in warm water, wearing proper shoes, and avoiding prolonged walking.
2. Hypertension during pregnancy: For swollen feet caused by hypertension during pregnancy, in addition to the above home care measures, if necessary, you can also choose to use medication under the guidance of the doctor, through oral nifedipine and other drugs, to achieve the purpose of lowering blood pressure and alleviate swollen feet.
The swelling of the feet during the 36th week of pregnancy should be treated according to the actual situation of the pregnant woman, and should not be treated blindly to avoid adverse effects.