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Why Is The Swelling Of Ankle And Foot Not Subsiding?
My husbands right ankle and foot are swollen and has pitting edema. He did sprain his ankle weeks ago but it has not improved swelling wise but is not painful to walk he sits allot all day and his circulation does not look great in both of his lower legs. Back of the calf not hot or swollen.
Wed, 23 Mar 2016
I think you should check up with an x-ray or an MRI if any bone fracture or a ligament tear is there. you can feel free to meet an orthopedic specialist if you find a close by one. further you can contact a physiotherapist who will surely help you to get rid of your swelling issues.
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