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What Causes Persistent Swelling In The Ankle With Twitching Around The Thigh?
Hi, I have a constant swelling around my lower right ankle. tt really is not painful; however the twitching that runs up my right thigh is a little uncomfortable. The twitching causes my knee to have a sudden reflex down to my knee. Please advise.Thanks
Unilateral swelling and itching around the ankle could be due to varicose veins or DVT (Deep vein thrombosis). You need clinical examination and investigations accordingly.
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Take care
Regards,
Dr Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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What Causes Persistent Swelling In The Ankle With Twitching Around The Thigh?
Hello, Unilateral swelling and itching around the ankle could be due to varicose veins or DVT (Deep vein thrombosis). You need clinical examination and investigations accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist