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Ankle swelling
by hwilliams, Jul 20, 2008 08:44PM
My right ankle swells during the day when I'm upright. It goes down at night when I lay horizontal. I've had it xrayed, ultrasound, deep vasular scan. The doctors say its not water retention or a vascular problem. They say it may be from a old injury when I tore the ligaments in that ankle 30 years ago. I been told that its just something that I have to live with, but I don't want to accept that. Its embarrassing and looks bad. I'm 61 years old and in my prime. I've had this problem going on 3 years. Can anyone help me, please.
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Do you experience any pain also along with the swelling?
Generally painless swellings are due to fluid accumulation due to prolonged standing but your doctor has ruled it out.
I would suggest you consult an orthopaedician about it and ask for his opinion as to if the ligament tear can be corrected or not. Meanwhile continue with leg exercises and low sodium diet. Take care!