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What Causes Swelling On Ankle?

Hello, we have been touring Spain for 5 weeks, doing lots of walking and standing. 2 days ago we did a 6.5 hour bus trip and that night I noticed my husbands ankles were swollen. He is not a large man about 70kgs and about 6 feet in height. We still have 6 weeks of touring. What do you think the swelling be associated to?
Thu, 7 May 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have read your query,

Due to long term rheumatoid arthritis there can be cardiac involvement.
Due to weak cardiac function there can be swelling over both ankles.

Another possibility of ankle arthritis leading to swelling.
X ray will rule out arthritis.

You can do cardiac function along with renal function test consulting your doctor.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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What Causes Swelling On Ankle?

Hello, I have read your query, Due to long term rheumatoid arthritis there can be cardiac involvement. Due to weak cardiac function there can be swelling over both ankles. Another possibility of ankle arthritis leading to swelling. X ray will rule out arthritis. You can do cardiac function along with renal function test consulting your doctor. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.