Suggest Type Of Specialist To Consult For Swollen Ankles

Posted on Thu, 24 Jul 2014

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Question : I have swollen ankles, am 83, in good health. Have had sonogram, cat scan, and an mri. My heart is good. I have had 4 children and have many varicouse veins. What type of Dr. would I go to to help me walk without hurting? I take spiralactone and lacestsand misincipole

Answered by Dr. Mukesh Chugh (-2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Vascular surgeon will help

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for posting
I have gone through your query and would like to recommend vascular surgeon to look after your ankle swelling and varicose veins.
Hope this helps and I shall be glad to answer any further query.
Take care

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