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What Causes Burning In The Right Ankle And Bulging In The Vein?
This morning I experienced a burning in my right ankle and looked down to see a bulging vein. I didn t bump it nor was I bitten by an insect. The swelling went down after about an hour no has left a bruise. I tried to get an appointment at th doctor but no vacancies. Should I worry
Wed, 22 Mar 2017
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The burning sensation and bulging of the vein noticed in your ankle are due to the insufficiency or weakening of the vein's upward push of blood. This causes the blood in the vein to reflux back down instead of flowing upwards.
The collection of blood in the vein causes it to bulge with a burning sensation. The following tips would help prevent a recurrence or reduce its severity.
1. Elevate the legs when you lie down.
2. Engage in regular exercise to help ensure proper blood circulation in the legs.
3. Avoid crossing your legs when you sit.
Additionally, i strongly recommend that you visit a primary care doctor for a possible referral to a vascular surgeon (a doctor who treats diseases of the veins and arteries) to confirm the diagnosis by way of an ultrasound and institute definitive treatment which may involve surgical repair.
I hope I have answered your question.
Please get back to me if you've got more questions
Best wishes.
The burning sensation and bulging of the vein noticed in your ankle are due to the insufficiency or weakening of the vein's upward push of blood. This causes the blood in the vein to reflux back down instead of flowing upwards.
The collection of blood in the vein causes it to bulge with a burning sensation. The following tips would help prevent a recurrence or reduce its severity.
1. Elevate the legs when you lie down.
2. Engage in regular exercise to help ensure proper blood circulation in the legs.
3. Avoid crossing your legs when you sit.
Additionally, i strongly recommend that you visit a primary care doctor for a possible referral to a vascular surgeon (a doctor who treats diseases of the veins and arteries) to confirm the diagnosis by way of an ultrasound and institute definitive treatment which may involve surgical repair.
I hope I have answered your question.
Please get back to me if you've got more questions
Best wishes.
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