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What Causes Swelling In Ankles Long After Ankle Injury?
I am experiencing swollen ankles/feet in the last couple of months. I broke my left ankle a year ago so first attributed it to that injury however I wake up with both ankles appearing normal but as the day continues the swelling starts. This has been happening quite frequently and wondering if theres a bigger concern causing the swelling.
Thu, 16 Apr 2020
Hi,
Your symptoms might be due to Joint sprain, ligament injury, bursitis of old injury or straining of the affected leg etc. I advise you:
- Take analgesics (Acetaminophen) twice and tab. Seropeptidase thrice daily with antacid along
- Bed rest and don't over-strain the affected area
- Ice pack to relieved of pain and swelling
- Elevate the foot end of left leg
- Check X-ray of leg with ankle joint if needed
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Yogapriya Vasudevan, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms might be due to Joint sprain, ligament injury, bursitis of old injury or straining of the affected leg etc. I advise you:
- Take analgesics (Acetaminophen) twice and tab. Seropeptidase thrice daily with antacid along
- Bed rest and don't over-strain the affected area
- Ice pack to relieved of pain and swelling
- Elevate the foot end of left leg
- Check X-ray of leg with ankle joint if needed
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Yogapriya Vasudevan, General & Family Physician
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