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What Causes Swollen Ankles When Diagnosed With Sciatica?
My ankles are really swollen yesterday and today. I have been taking Lisinopril mg, carvedilol 3.125 for about 7 years, Pravastatin 20 mg for about 1 1/2 years, Omeprazole 20 mg for burning stomach and chest for about 1 1/2 months and Sucralfate 1 gm for about 10 days. This is all the medication I take. I have been diagnosed with sciatica about 3 years ago. My swollen ankles tingle a lot and my legs tingle a bit but legs are not swollen. I am flying from Spokane to Vancouver Canada tomorrow. What can be causing the swelling and is it safe for me to travel? I am 63 years old.
Swollen ankles and swollen feet are common and usually not cause for concern, particularly if you have been standing or walking a lot. But feet and ankles that stay swollen or are accompanied by other symptoms could signal a serious health problem.
Possible cause is lymphedema is filtered through the lymph nodes, which trap and destroy unwanted substances, such as bacteria. When there is a problem with the vessels or lymph nodes, however, the fluid's movement can be blocked. Untreated, lymph buildup can impair wound healing and lead to infection and deformity. Lymphedema is common following radiation therapy or removal of the lymph nodes in patients with cancer. If you have undergone cancer treatment and experience swelling, see your doctor right away.
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What Causes Swollen Ankles When Diagnosed With Sciatica?
Hi, Swollen ankles and swollen feet are common and usually not cause for concern, particularly if you have been standing or walking a lot. But feet and ankles that stay swollen or are accompanied by other symptoms could signal a serious health problem. Possible cause is lymphedema is filtered through the lymph nodes, which trap and destroy unwanted substances, such as bacteria. When there is a problem with the vessels or lymph nodes, however, the fluid s movement can be blocked. Untreated, lymph buildup can impair wound healing and lead to infection and deformity. Lymphedema is common following radiation therapy or removal of the lymph nodes in patients with cancer. If you have undergone cancer treatment and experience swelling, see your doctor right away. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon