Question 1

why do people with emphysema sometimes have problems with fluid retention and ankle swelling?

Accepted Answer

Right heart strain: This is usually related to right heart strain from lung disease or from pulmonary hypertension (high pressure in the pulmonary vascular bed).  Patients with advanced copd/emphysema develop increased pressure in their lungs which causes the right side of the heart to dilate/enlarge.  This in turn causes fluid retention in the legs/ankles (known as edema).

Question 2

hi, i have copd and thalamus pain on the right side. i live basically a very sedimentary life style. can this cause right ankle swelling ?

Accepted Answer

You'd expect both: ankles to get swollen. COPD can have fluid back up behind the lungs. Often associated with fluid retention.

Question 3

what sort of problem is ankle swelling?

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Swelling: The term swelling means increased fluid in the area. This  can be fluid retention from high blood pressure, heart failure, kidney , thyroid, or other gland disorders, if the swelling is painful and only at the ankle, with ankle tenderness,  it could be arthritis.

Question 4

how can i  get my ankle swelling down?

Accepted Answer

Need to find cause: Then cause can be addressed. Elevation and compression will help but see physician for evaluation.

Question 5

can pantyhose help relieve ankle swelling?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Particularly if they are compressive graduated.

Question 6

does menopause cause ankle swelling?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Menopause by itself does not cause ankle swelling. If you have persistent swelling without injury, i would consult with my pcp.

Question 7

i am experiencing  ankle swelling. in one leg only?

Accepted Answer

Swelling in one: extremity usually indicates the issue is in that extremity, it could be arthritis, venous issue, injury. you did not say if it is painful or not. you can try antiinflamatories, elevation, compression.

Question 8

can wearing heels after not wearing heels cause ankle swelling?

Accepted Answer

: yes

Question 9

i have unilaterla ankle swelling and redness, but there wasno injury. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Pain?: Depending on your medical history, this could be a lot of things.  If there is pain and you are post menopausal, you could have gout.  Other possible conditions include arthritis, diabetic charcot foot, infection (usually an open wound is associated with this), etc.  There are many possibilities.  If it continues to bother you, see your pcp for a referral to a specialist.

Question 10

does amlodipine cause ankle swelling?

Accepted Answer

It can: Peripheral edema is a common side effect.

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Emphysema problems retention ankle swelling

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Why do people with emphysema sometimes have problems with fluid retention and ankle swelling?

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Hi, i have copd and thalamus pain on the right side. i live basically a very sedimentary life style. can this cause right ankle swelling ?

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What sort of problem is ankle swelling?

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How can i get my ankle swelling down?

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Can pantyhose help relieve ankle swelling?

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Does menopause cause ankle swelling?

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I am experiencing ankle swelling. in one leg only?

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Can wearing heels after not wearing heels cause ankle swelling?

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I have unilaterla ankle swelling and redness, but there wasno injury. what should i do?

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Does amlodipine cause ankle swelling?

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