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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Ankle
What might cause swelling in my ankles that looks like water retention and a lack of perspiration during exercise? Swelling happens after traveling several hours and after standing for several hours. I am 68 years old and retired. I am 5' 7" tall and weigh 164 #. I exercise 5 days a week and coach gymnastics 14 hours a week.
Mon, 13 Apr 2015
Hi, both ankle swelling on long standing or sitting is dependent edema. This routinely comes from either problem with your BP or any kidney problem.
To come to cause you need workup and for that you need specialist. Any physician will do.
Take rest and keep limbs elevated.on pillow.
Watch for other symptoms.
Get BP checked,
Consult early
To come to cause you need workup and for that you need specialist. Any physician will do.
Take rest and keep limbs elevated.on pillow.
Watch for other symptoms.
Get BP checked,
Consult early
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