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My husband is 64 years. He s going to have an echo test in Hawthorne, plus blood test and also to test his liver function. The problem is his both ankles are v swollen ECG normal . Due to stress and having his doctorate degree in education . He s been unemployed for about 2 yrs. he s a chain smoker . I m sure his blood test will reveal alcohols in liver . He gets drunk on a bottle of wine binge drinks. Rx 10 mg hypertension medication and is currently on 20 Mg antidepressant. We have private health insurance. Will this be bulked bill. Yesterday s blood urine test blood in urine . Told not to drink coke which he is addicted to. No Rx provided yesterday.
Hi and welcome. Thank you for your query. 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 Ankles Indicate?
Hi and welcome. Thank you for your query. 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.