My left ankle and foot have been swollen for months but My right foot and ankle !


Question: My left ankle and foot have been swollen for months but My right foot and ankle is fine!.
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It could be due to a knee injury or you could have damaged the leg any trauma to the leg will cause it!.It is called edema and it is going to be with you for a while wrap it with an ace bandage just tight enough to keep the swelling down!.Or you can get diabetic socks from a pharmacy called compression socks they will help with the swelling!.Www@Answer-Health@Com

is it possible you injured it and caused the swelling, or it is excessive fluid build up!. You don't mention if you have any medical conditions but swelling should be checked out to rule out anything serious!.
You should elevate your leg but check with a doctor or clinic!. More tests might be needed!.Www@Answer-Health@Com

Do you fly a lot!?

If so it could be circulation problems causing this!. If flying make sure you and stretch and move about as much as possible!.

If not that, a GP could maybe check your blood pressure !.!.etc!. Sure you will be fine!.Www@Answer-Health@Com

You should definitely get this checked out!. Www@Answer-Health@Com





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