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What Causes Swelling In The Ankles And Feet After Stopping Methamphetamine?
Hi my name is lisa and my husband has been using Crystal meth in the past heavily as time pass by he started to slow down and used here and there. not as much as he use to ..recently he was using for 2 days straight and then when he stopped using the 3rd day we notice his ankles and feet swollen...what is the cause?Crystal meth or fluid not passing by?or is there some in his foot and ankles?
Fri, 26 Jul 2019
Hi,
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 and ankles 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.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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 and ankles 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.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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