As pregnancy progresses, the growing uterus press on your backbone vertebrae causing Leg swelling in pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you can’t stand the pain.It can be decreased by not sleeping on your back, exercise and massage.
Scientific Update (October 2026)
This chapter was first published in 2018 as part of the Prenatal Care Book, and has been reviewed and updated according to the latest guidelines. Key updates:
- Mild ankle swelling is normal, but sudden swelling of the face or hands with headache or visual disturbance needs an immediate blood pressure check.
- Swelling of one leg with pain and redness may be a deep vein thrombosis and needs urgent assessment.
References: NICE hypertension in pregnancy (NG133), NICE antenatal care (NG201).
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