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What Causes Pain And Swelling From The Knee To The Ankle?

Yesterday my knee was hurting then eventually went down my leg to my ankle by the time I got home. Come to find out , from my knee down my leg was really swollen . I have sjogren s syndrome , fibromyalgia and thyroid disease. What could cause this? My knee is already sore this am.
Thu, 28 Mar 2019
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Hello,

You have a history of Sjogren's syndrome, Fibromyalgia & thyroid disease. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common cause of pain & swelling complicated with venous insufficiency. Get tested for ABI (Ankle-brachial index) It is triggered by Fibromyalgia & thyroid disorder.

Water retention is a symptom of hypothyroidism. Get treated for hypothyroidism & take the prescribed medications. Restrict salt intake & maintain optimum body temperature.

Get physically examined, get evaluated & be treated. Your treatment will depend upon the pathology detected. Stay away from addictions & junk food. Take adequate rest & stay hydrated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain And Swelling From The Knee To The Ankle?

Hello, You have a history of Sjogren s syndrome, Fibromyalgia & thyroid disease. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common cause of pain & swelling complicated with venous insufficiency. Get tested for ABI (Ankle-brachial index) It is triggered by Fibromyalgia & thyroid disorder. Water retention is a symptom of hypothyroidism. Get treated for hypothyroidism & take the prescribed medications. Restrict salt intake & maintain optimum body temperature. Get physically examined, get evaluated & be treated. Your treatment will depend upon the pathology detected. Stay away from addictions & junk food. Take adequate rest & stay hydrated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician