Suggest Remedy For Swollen Ankles

Posted on Wed, 25 Feb 2015

Question: A week to 10 days ago I noticed some swelling in my ankles and checked my weight. I was up to 258+/- which is where I thought I would be with the amount of swelling in my ankles. I have water retention from time to time so the swelling wasn't alarming, until tonight. Tonight I noticed my ankles were extremely swollen. I got on the scale and am at 272+/-. I have never seen my ankles this large and I have NEVER tipped the 270 mark. I am type 2 diabetic. My numbers have been good the last 3 weeks +.

have quite an extensive medical history and take multiple prescription drugs daily, am & pm

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (50 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
you may need blood investigation

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have studied your case.
There is possibility of swelling due to kidney disease or cardiac dysfunction.
I will advise you blood investigation like renal function test. ,CBC, ESR, CRP and 2 D Echo of heart.
Till time take rest and limb elevation may help to reduce swelling.
check your blood sugar levels also.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.

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