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Suggest Treatment For Persistent Swelling In The Ankles
Question: I have swelling in my ankles.
Just noticed the swelling 3 days ago. Also, is there anyway i can pay monthly for this? I dont see this option anymore. Its just 18 for one question?
Just noticed the swelling 3 days ago. Also, is there anyway i can pay monthly for this? I dont see this option anymore. Its just 18 for one question?
Brief Answer:
wearing ankle support , elevation , antiinflammatory , hot massaging with topical gels will be helpful .
Detailed Answer:
Hi i am Dr Ahmed Aly
thanks for using healthcaremagic site ,
I had gone through your question and understand your concerns ..
Ankle swelling may be due to a minor injury , ankle twist , arthritis or even a vascular injury .
For my patients i recommend to decrease ankle swelling by avoiding standing and bending your knees for a long time , using anti inflammatory drugs like NSAIDs ( like advil tab 2 times daily after meals ) , antiedematous ( like alphintern tabs before meals ) , wearing an ankle support with elevation of the ankle , hot gentle massaging with a topical gel will be helpful .
If swelling persists i suggest further investigations like Doppler U/S to rule the underlying cause for proper evaluation and management .
Please click and consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Wish you good health,
Any further clarifications feel free to ask.
wearing ankle support , elevation , antiinflammatory , hot massaging with topical gels will be helpful .
Detailed Answer:
Hi i am Dr Ahmed Aly
thanks for using healthcaremagic site ,
I had gone through your question and understand your concerns ..
Ankle swelling may be due to a minor injury , ankle twist , arthritis or even a vascular injury .
For my patients i recommend to decrease ankle swelling by avoiding standing and bending your knees for a long time , using anti inflammatory drugs like NSAIDs ( like advil tab 2 times daily after meals ) , antiedematous ( like alphintern tabs before meals ) , wearing an ankle support with elevation of the ankle , hot gentle massaging with a topical gel will be helpful .
If swelling persists i suggest further investigations like Doppler U/S to rule the underlying cause for proper evaluation and management .
Please click and consider a 5 star rating with some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Wish you good health,
Any further clarifications feel free to ask.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
I havent twisted my ankle or anything. Both ankles swell ip. I woke up in the morning went down stairs and then went to go shower and noticed my ankles were swollen again. It happens so fast too. I am also over weight also.
Brief Answer:
usually when the swelling is bilateral with both legs that is due to a sys
Detailed Answer:
usually when the swelling is bilateral with both legs that is due to a systemic disease .
i recommend a doppler U/S and a cardiologist point of view to properly manage the cause .
for now try too loose weight , avoid standing and bending your legs for a long time and do a lab check up .
usually when the swelling is bilateral with both legs that is due to a sys
Detailed Answer:
usually when the swelling is bilateral with both legs that is due to a systemic disease .
i recommend a doppler U/S and a cardiologist point of view to properly manage the cause .
for now try too loose weight , avoid standing and bending your legs for a long time and do a lab check up .
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Kampana
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