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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Ankle

I have been noticing swelling in my ankle area that gets better when I elevate my feet. The swelling is soft and non pitting. Yesterday my left supercavular area shows swelling, also soft and non pitting. Reading some research it appears it may be due to Thoracic duct or abdomen (which is larger than usually, and I have gained 10 pounds without significantly changing my diet. I am concerned and wondering if I should go to the ER today or wait to see my doctor on monday? Your thoughts? Thank you!
Thu, 9 Apr 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
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I have gone through your query and understand your concern.Non pitting swelling(edema) and sudden increase in weight in likely to be due to thyroid disease ( hypothyroidism). You should get your thyroid function test ( T3, T4 and TSH) to confirm or exclude it. However you can get your heart function test to exclude heart disease also as your swelling decrease on elevating the limb. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Ankle

Hi Welcome to healthcaremagic I have gone through your query and understand your concern.Non pitting swelling(edema) and sudden increase in weight in likely to be due to thyroid disease ( hypothyroidism). You should get your thyroid function test ( T3, T4 and TSH) to confirm or exclude it. However you can get your heart function test to exclude heart disease also as your swelling decrease on elevating the limb. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don t hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.