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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Ankles?

I am a On my feet working every night. Come home to swollen and painful ankles. My ankles have always cracked some when I walk my whole life. I have good shoes to wear on my shifts. The swelling has just started over the past several months. I am a 51 yr old female. When my ankles swell I do have some leg pain
Wed, 25 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor ' service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Swelling and pain in ankles in 52 years old female, that works on her feet every night might be related to venous stasis. If you stand for a long time of the day, in my opinion you can have this swelling because of the gravity's effect on the fluids of our body. You should also consider rheumatologic cause, for this you have to consult a doctor for physical examination of the joints. You can use Naproxen (anti inflammatory treatment to reduce pain and swelling), you can try to rest more, elevate the legs above your heart and put ice in the swollen area.

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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Ankles?

Hello and Welcome to Ask A Doctor service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Swelling and pain in ankles in 52 years old female, that works on her feet every night might be related to venous stasis. If you stand for a long time of the day, in my opinion you can have this swelling because of the gravity s effect on the fluids of our body. You should also consider rheumatologic cause, for this you have to consult a doctor for physical examination of the joints. You can use Naproxen (anti inflammatory treatment to reduce pain and swelling), you can try to rest more, elevate the legs above your heart and put ice in the swollen area. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.