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What Causes Swelling In The Feet And Ankles?

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Posted on Wed, 31 May 2017
Question: Swollen feet and ankles 82
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Answered by Dr. Michelle Gibson James (52 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
different possible causes

Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

There are different possible causes for swelling of the feet and ankles. The most common causes are: (1) venous disease- problems with the veins in the lower limbs can cause swelling

In most persons, if this is present, varicose veins are seen especially after a long period of prolonged standing or walking.
If this is the case, use of compression stockings, elevation of the feet on a regular basis during the day, may help

If there is no improvement, there are surgical doctor.

(2)heart disease- particularly heart failure, this is known to cause swelling.

There would normally be a history of hypertension or previous heart attack or history of other heart disease. Shortness of breath may also be present
An ECG and echo would be the baseline investigations needed to assess the function of the heart

(3)liver or kidney disease- both of these can cause swelling. Blood tests for the liver or/and kidney can determine if there is a problem

(4)trauma- trauma can cause swelling

(5)Arthritis of the ankle or small bones of the feet

(6)side effect of medication such as amlodipine that is commonly used for high blood pressure

If the swelling persists , then you should be evaluated by your doctor, this would include a physical examination and history of all relevant symptoms.

Treatment would depend on the cause found

I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Dr. Michelle Gibson James

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What Causes Swelling In The Feet And Ankles?

Brief Answer: different possible causes Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic There are different possible causes for swelling of the feet and ankles. The most common causes are: (1) venous disease- problems with the veins in the lower limbs can cause swelling In most persons, if this is present, varicose veins are seen especially after a long period of prolonged standing or walking. If this is the case, use of compression stockings, elevation of the feet on a regular basis during the day, may help If there is no improvement, there are surgical doctor. (2)heart disease- particularly heart failure, this is known to cause swelling. There would normally be a history of hypertension or previous heart attack or history of other heart disease. Shortness of breath may also be present An ECG and echo would be the baseline investigations needed to assess the function of the heart (3)liver or kidney disease- both of these can cause swelling. Blood tests for the liver or/and kidney can determine if there is a problem (4)trauma- trauma can cause swelling (5)Arthritis of the ankle or small bones of the feet (6)side effect of medication such as amlodipine that is commonly used for high blood pressure If the swelling persists , then you should be evaluated by your doctor, this would include a physical examination and history of all relevant symptoms. Treatment would depend on the cause found I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions