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Leg Swelling (Edema), New Onset

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Certain types of liver and kidney problems can cause swelling of the feet, ankles, and legs. People with liver problems, such as cirrhosis, will almost always have a swollen belly. People with a type of kidney disease called nephrotic syndrome often notice that they have a lot of swelling around the eyes when they wake up in the morning.

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My belly is swollen.

My eyes are puffy in the morning.

I only have leg swelling.

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