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What Causes Soreness And Swelling In Ankle?
I have a sore ankle with a bit swelling on the outer part and it hurts to walk and put pressure on it and my foot on the top part is aching and pins and needles in my toes . I rolled my ankle some 3 years ago and seem to have problems with it ever since . I would appreciate your advice .
Mon, 2 May 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have soreness and swelling in ankle. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like taking certain antidepressants , taking certain blood pressure medications , blood clot of the leg , venous insufficiency , organ failure , particularly in the heart, liver, or kidney . I would suggest you to lower your salt consumption , eat healthy and keep your legs elevated while lying down . Consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like complete blood profile ,take history and check vitals along with thumb press test . Doctor may prescribe beta blockers along with diuretics or may refer you to cardiologist for heart problem or nephrologist for kidney problem .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have soreness and swelling in ankle. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like taking certain antidepressants , taking certain blood pressure medications , blood clot of the leg , venous insufficiency , organ failure , particularly in the heart, liver, or kidney . I would suggest you to lower your salt consumption , eat healthy and keep your legs elevated while lying down . Consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like complete blood profile ,take history and check vitals along with thumb press test . Doctor may prescribe beta blockers along with diuretics or may refer you to cardiologist for heart problem or nephrologist for kidney problem .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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