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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Ankle

I have a history of foot cramps at night. I don t take any medications, nor eat salt, or carbs. This past month the rear of my ankles lock up at the end of the day while at rest and it s then difficult for me to walk. This week my ankles have been swelling during the day. I put my feet up at night and swelling goes down, then gradually they fill with water during the day. There is no pain. What is the possible cause?
Mon, 6 Apr 2020
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Hi

Calf pain can arise due to many causes such as muscle strain, sciatica, vitamin and mineral deficiency.Rest,ice compression,elevation of the limb and over the counter pain killers can be used.

Vitamin D and Calcium deficiency can also cause cramps. Serum electrolytes and Blood sugar levels should be measured.

More serious causes of muscle cramps such as kidney failure, hypothyroidism,alcoholism,diabetes and severe peripheral vascular disease should also be ruled out.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards
Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician




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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Ankle

Hi Calf pain can arise due to many causes such as muscle strain, sciatica, vitamin and mineral deficiency.Rest,ice compression,elevation of the limb and over the counter pain killers can be used. Vitamin D and Calcium deficiency can also cause cramps. Serum electrolytes and Blood sugar levels should be measured. More serious causes of muscle cramps such as kidney failure, hypothyroidism,alcoholism,diabetes and severe peripheral vascular disease should also be ruled out. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards Dr.Saranya Ramadoss, General and Family Physician