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What Causes Inflammation In The Ankles And Feet?

I recently was diagnosed with severe RA but have yet to be prescribed a pain killer for my ankles and feet. They are seriously inflamed and we are working with with a clean eating lifestyle and anti inflammatory diet - overall I feel much better BUT last night and this morning my ankles got so bad they are leaking . Not sweating - leaking....like dripping little spots of water. Should I not be freeaking out?
Fri, 14 Apr 2017
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In RA the Body's Immune system attacks its own cells. This is called Autoimmune Disorder.

The joints in foot and ankle are called Synovial joints. Each flexible joint is surrounded by a thin membrane called Synovium.This Synovium produces a fluid called Synovial Fluid which lubricates these joints. In an Autoimmune disorder like RA the inflammation of synovial joints and attack of immune system makes new layer of cells to develop at a rapid pace. This abnormal layer of cells is called Pannus. This Pannus Squeezes into the joint space and release Protiens that degrade the articular cartilage and bone at the foot and ankle

Physical Therapy.. Foot Massage Shoe inserts

alternate cold and hot water baths help a lot to get relief from Pain
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What Causes Inflammation In The Ankles And Feet?

In RA the Body s Immune system attacks its own cells. This is called Autoimmune Disorder. The joints in foot and ankle are called Synovial joints. Each flexible joint is surrounded by a thin membrane called Synovium.This Synovium produces a fluid called Synovial Fluid which lubricates these joints. In an Autoimmune disorder like RA the inflammation of synovial joints and attack of immune system makes new layer of cells to develop at a rapid pace. This abnormal layer of cells is called Pannus. This Pannus Squeezes into the joint space and release Protiens that degrade the articular cartilage and bone at the foot and ankle Physical Therapy.. Foot Massage Shoe inserts alternate cold and hot water baths help a lot to get relief from Pain