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What Causes Swelling And Redness In Legs And Ankles?

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Posted on Thu, 21 Jul 2016
Question: I have swollen legs and ankles with redness around lower legs at ankles. I am prone to blood clots and have traveled from SC to XXXXXXX by car. We have been touring and walking into shops, all in hot temperatures. Should I be worried? Is there anything over the counter I can take to reduce swelling?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)
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Hello and welcome

I appreciate your concern

Based on your description, the predisposition to clot formation can lead to possibility of DVT especially with immobility and travel history. However the only reliable way to confirm the presence of such a DVT would be to do a doppler ultrasound of the lower limbs. For the swelling arround the ankles NSAIDS can be advised such as meloxicam or ibuprofen. Pedal edema should be looked for and cardiac causes plus hypoalbuminemia and renal dysfunction /nephrosis should be ruled out.

please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Dr M.S Khalil
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What Causes Swelling And Redness In Legs And Ankles?

Brief Answer: Explained Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome I appreciate your concern Based on your description, the predisposition to clot formation can lead to possibility of DVT especially with immobility and travel history. However the only reliable way to confirm the presence of such a DVT would be to do a doppler ultrasound of the lower limbs. For the swelling arround the ankles NSAIDS can be advised such as meloxicam or ibuprofen. Pedal edema should be looked for and cardiac causes plus hypoalbuminemia and renal dysfunction /nephrosis should be ruled out. please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action Wishing you best of health Thanks Dr M.S Khalil