i m 55 year old homeless vet residing in vet home, continuous changes have been convincing me to perform a course of action i have been familiar in, but mentioning it has resulted in hospitalization, this is NOT the medical questioni need info on. the past week, i have been experiencing swelled ankles that reduce when i raise them, but then the skin cracks and itch immensely, i have tried moisterizers after showers to know success. although i am sure the conditions will pass, trying to sleep becomes difficult with mornings feeling as though i ve been up all evening, thanks for your time