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What Causes Dizziness, Swollen Ankles And Imbalance Issues?
Question: I have been getting dizzing and unbalanced and my ankles are swollen what should I do
Brief Answer:
Further investigations are needed..
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Further investigations are needed to determine what is causing dizziness and swollen ankles to you:
- ECG, cardiac echo, carotid arteries/neck blood vessels ultrasound to exclude cardiac issues
- complete blood count to exclude anemia
- renal/liver function tests
- arthritis testing
Depending on the tests results, specific treatment will be prescribed.
Hope it helped!
Dr.Benard
Further investigations are needed..
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Further investigations are needed to determine what is causing dizziness and swollen ankles to you:
- ECG, cardiac echo, carotid arteries/neck blood vessels ultrasound to exclude cardiac issues
- complete blood count to exclude anemia
- renal/liver function tests
- arthritis testing
Depending on the tests results, specific treatment will be prescribed.
Hope it helped!
Dr.Benard
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