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What Causes Swelling In The Lower Legs?

Day 7 of 10 day cruise (14 hr flt). Both lower legs plus feet swollen, tight. Rt was shiny . Saw ship s Dr. CBC normal; suspected cellulitis of Rt leg; Rx Cipro. Small amt of swelling reduced when home. Went to ER on day 5; ultrasound = NO embolus 10 days later, Rt leg not as swollen, Lt still painful in calf. Have been taking ASA daily, elevating leg and applying heat. I m a medical professional, and can t seem to get any concrete answers. WHY the sudden onset, and still pain?? I am 5 8 , 145#, non-drinker.
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Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.

In your case swelling of the ankles and feet may be an early symptom of venous insufficiency, a condition in which blood inadequately moves up the veins from the legs and feet up to the heart. Normally, the veins keep blood flowing upward with one-way valves. When these valves become damaged or weakened, the blood leaks back down the vessels and fluid is retained in the soft tissue of the lower legs, especially the ankles and feet. Chronic venous insufficiency can lead to skin changes, skin ulcers, and infection. If you experience signs of venous insufficiency you should see vascular surgeon.

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What Causes Swelling In The Lower Legs?

Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can. In your case swelling of the ankles and feet may be an early symptom of venous insufficiency, a condition in which blood inadequately moves up the veins from the legs and feet up to the heart. Normally, the veins keep blood flowing upward with one-way valves. When these valves become damaged or weakened, the blood leaks back down the vessels and fluid is retained in the soft tissue of the lower legs, especially the ankles and feet. Chronic venous insufficiency can lead to skin changes, skin ulcers, and infection. If you experience signs of venous insufficiency you should see vascular surgeon. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.