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What Causes Swollen Foot And Ankle?

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Question : My foot and ankle are swollen with no apparent injury. What can cause this? YYYY@YYYY
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
several possible causes

Detailed Answer:
Ankle may swell because of various non trauma causes such as lymphedema,diabetic foot,arthritis,vein thrombosis. You should rest, keep leg elevated, apply cold compresses. If symptoms persist, you should do doppler ultrasound to rule out thrombosis.

Wish you good health.

Regards
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What Causes Swollen Foot And Ankle?

Brief Answer: several possible causes Detailed Answer: Ankle may swell because of various non trauma causes such as lymphedema,diabetic foot,arthritis,vein thrombosis. You should rest, keep leg elevated, apply cold compresses. If symptoms persist, you should do doppler ultrasound to rule out thrombosis. Wish you good health. Regards