Water bubbles in the legs, also known as leg edema, are caused by a weak heart that cannot pump blood properly or aged veins that cannot move fluid effectively. Symptoms should be discussed with a doctor, who may prescribe medications like nitroglycerin patches, diuretics, or potassium supplements to reduce excess fluid. Small water bubbles can be drained and covered to prevent infection, but larger bubbles risk exploding and causing serious wound infections if not treated promptly.