What Causes Swelling In The Ankle And Calf Muscles?

Posted on Wed, 10 May 2017

Question: I work as a server--but I have noticed over the past few months my right ankle and calf swell up. I have also noticed over the past week I have some trouble bending my knees at the end of the day. and in the morning I have a hard time walking down the steps without my legs being stiff. A few years ago I did have a PE which wend to my lungs--I am have been on blood thinners since my blood clot. Just wanted to make sure that my leg swelling is not a big deal.

Answered by Dr. Chander Mohan Singh (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Visit orthopedic surgeon.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

In my opinion you should not ignore all this, and visit orthopedic surgeon as early as possible.

He will do your physical examination and if needed may advise you color doppler of lower limbs to see present condition of you blood vessels.

Please upload color doppler for further discussion.

Till then keep on elevating and compression bandage to limb.

I hope you got the point.

Thanks,

Dr.CHANDER XXXXXXX XXXXXXX

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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