> I flew home from LA yesterday, arriving in Zurich after about 16 hours in
> the air.  By the time I got home, I could barely remove my boots.  Both
> feet and ankles were very swollen!  In fact, the swelling seems to go up
> past my knees.  Now, over 24 hours later, I still have some swelling, albeit
> less.  My hands feel a little tight too.  Did the flying cause this somehow?
> If not, what else could it be?  Too much water, not enough water, too much
> salt, not enough?  My husband wants me to go to the doctor, but I don't think
> it can be anything serious.
> Any thoughts?  Suggestions on how to get the swelling to go away?  Thanks,
> *lindy*