Heat and dry air require care for the legs and circulation.

Heat and dry air require care for the legs and circulation.

When dry weather comes, the first thing that comes to mind is taking care of the respiratory system. But other parts of the body are also affected and deserve attention. The circulatory system and the legs are some of them, because inflammation and edema can worsen. This is what vascular surgeon Jamil Mariuba explains.

Low humidity and high temperatures are characteristic of dry skin. This predisposes to several conditions, such as erysipelas (an infectious process in the skin, which can affect the lipids present in the cellular tissue, caused by bacteria that spread through the lymphatic vessels). “This type of infection can damage people’s quality of life, which is why it is very important to be careful,” says the specialist.

Another problem that the doctor highlights is the appearance of edema, which is nothing more than swelling. Contrary to what many people imagine, treatment can often be clinical rather than surgical.

To do this, it involves simple care. “Moisturize your skin, with water or other liquids, avoid walking barefoot, be careful when cutting your nails, avoid moisture between your toes. “In fact, shoes should be well taken care of if they are completely closed, and even better so that the feet do not dry out,” comments Jamil Mariouba, who also explains the importance of avoiding shocks or injuries to the legs. “Leg swelling is treatable, and can improve. The person just needs to seek appropriate care.

Although your legs feel a little more sore on hot, dry days, you should still take care of them in any season. “Do physical activity, avoid standing for long periods, and move around. We have to move, our legs were made to move. You should also avoid tight clothing. In short, these are simple measures, but they make a big difference in the future.” (Thais Marcolino)

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