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What Does Swelling In The Feet And Ankles Indicate?
I have gout. Recently, I had a hospitalization for dehydration. I know I was given my daily gout medicine of Colcrys. I had just recently begun taking my free green coffee bean extract 3x per day. All I will receive. Finally got the phone number to cancel any further shipments of three other supplements. My question is the reaction with other meds I take. My feet and ankles are miserably swollen. I can barely walk, even with my cane. I haven t driven since before Thanksgiving. I have a long list of meds for numerous health problems. I am even wearing adult diapers! Help!
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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 andankles that stay swollen or are accompanied by other symptoms could signal a serious health problem. Possible cause is LymphedemaL 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 undergonecancer treatment and experience swelling, see your doctor right away.
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What Does Swelling In The Feet And Ankles Indicate?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. 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 andankles that stay swollen or are accompanied by other symptoms could signal a serious health problem. Possible cause is LymphedemaL 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 undergonecancer treatment and experience swelling, see your doctor right away. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.