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Ankle And Calf Pain, Turns Brown, Redness. Is This GOUT Or A Vein Issue?

The bottom part of my calf and ankle on the inside became a brownish color and feels hard and sensitive about 2 to 3 months ago. then Yesterday I drove a lot and the upper part of my calf got really red hot and stingy even more . Then Today I noticed the lower part of my other ankle is doing the same thing and calf is Brownish red and slightly feels hard. Is this gout or is it a vein or possible venous issue. It all started after my siadica got better
Thu, 7 Nov 2013
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Hi,

I'd suggest to see a rheumatologist immediately in order to clarify what your really problem is. Most probably might be an arteritis, but need physical exam.

Once the diagnosis is set, you should take adequate treatment.

Meanwhile, I'd advise:

- try not to keep standing up or sitting down for long time

- if you cannot do otherwise, can take breaks (walking, lay down and put a pillow under your legs to raise them up,etc.)

- drink more water

- apply cool compresses to the affected area.

Hope it helped!
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Ankle And Calf Pain, Turns Brown, Redness. Is This GOUT Or A Vein Issue?

Hi, I d suggest to see a rheumatologist immediately in order to clarify what your really problem is. Most probably might be an arteritis, but need physical exam. Once the diagnosis is set, you should take adequate treatment. Meanwhile, I d advise: - try not to keep standing up or sitting down for long time - if you cannot do otherwise, can take breaks (walking, lay down and put a pillow under your legs to raise them up,etc.) - drink more water - apply cool compresses to the affected area. Hope it helped!