Patient's question:
I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? Also, what causes foot swelling during pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
Edema in pregnant women typically occurs after prolonged standing or sitting and subsides after lying down, which is a normal physiological phenomenon during pregnancy. However, if the edema does not improve after rest and shows a worsening trend, and if it spreads from the feet or ankles to the entire body, this is an abnormal condition that requires active investigation of the cause and symptomatic treatment. In your case, it may be caused by lumbar spine compression, such as a herniated disc or bone spurs in the lumbar vertebrae. It is recommended to get an X-ray of the lumbar spine first and then proceed with symptomatic treatment.