Suggest Remedies For Swelling In The Feet And Ankles

Posted on Wed, 5 Oct 2016

Question: What is the best way to reduce swelling of the feet and ankles, swollen so much skin is ready to split open and barley can move ankles

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Further details required

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. I would need you to get a few tests done and to let me know the reports:
* Your blood pressure. If raised, for how long? How long have you been on medication? This is because high blood pressures can lead to ankle edema.
* Echocardiogram. Do you have chest pains once in a while? This is to rule out congestive cardiac failure.
* Blood urea and creatinine levels. Chronic kidney disease can lead to such edema.

The blood pressure needs to be monitored and antihypertensive regimen might need to be modified.

I will await your response. Based on your inputs I would guide you further.

Regards

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