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What Does Swelling In The Left Ankle Indicate?
Hi, My left leg and ankle is swelling a bit. It gets better when elevated. I am on Eliquis for previous DVT , PE and am on Metformin for diabetes as well as Lialda and Etyvio infusions for Ulcerative Colitis. Should I contact my doctor or is this nothing?
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Leg swelling caused by the retention of fluid in leg tissues is known as Peripheral Edema. It can be caused by a problem with the circulatory system, the lymphatic system or the kidneys.
I suggest you do:
-A complete blood count.
-A creatinine and urea levels to control the kidney.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Leg swelling caused by the retention of fluid in leg tissues is known as Peripheral Edema. It can be caused by a problem with the circulatory system, the lymphatic system or the kidneys.
I suggest you do:
-A complete blood count.
-A creatinine and urea levels to control the kidney.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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