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I have large red hives on my lower legs and ankles. I also, have one on my right wrist . They are very painful, I am in bed all day. My left ankle is so swollen that it looks like I sprained my ankle. It is affecting my joints, I can barely walk down the stairs. I have to sleep with UGG boats on because when you sleep your foot goes forward under the covers. I could not bend my foot straight because it was so painful. I take vicodin and ibuprofen a few times a day to elevate the pain. Do you have any idea what this is?
Sat, 22 Mar 2014
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, Dr. Saurabh Gupta's Response
Hello, Thanks for your query.
According to your description , pain and swelling seems to be inflammatory in nature. It could be due to allergic reaction.
I advice you to give you rest to the part affected, take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin 1 tablet with food as and when required (upto 4 tablets daily) to reduce pain and inflammation and consult your doctor for thorough examination and rule out any infective cause.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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Hives On Legs And Arms, Painful, Swollen Ankle
Hello, Thanks for your query. According to your description , pain and swelling seems to be inflammatory in nature. It could be due to allergic reaction. I advice you to give you rest to the part affected, take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin 1 tablet with food as and when required (upto 4 tablets daily) to reduce pain and inflammation and consult your doctor for thorough examination and rule out any infective cause. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care