Question 1

can you translate my diagnosis and possible treatment options? i sprained my ankle 6 weeks ago and i just got an mri done and here are the results (i need them translated into english): severe marrow edema/contusions in the medial aspect of talus, medial

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Needless : Needless to say, now that you have your MRI report, your questions are really best answered by your doctor.

So that you are properly armed with information, in general terms, you have several places where the bone has been injured, but not fractured around your ankle and foot.  More significantly, you have a torn ligament on the outside (lateral) part of your ankle.  The anterior talo-fibular ligament is the most frequently injured ligament in an ankle injury.  According to the mri, this is a full thickness tear, or rather a complete tear, not just a few fibers.  You also have some partial tears of other ligaments.

So, in short, you have a pretty significant soft tissue injury to your ankle.  No fractures, however.  Depending on your age and level of activity, there is a good chance you'll require surgery to repair at least one of those torn ligaments.  And, since ligaments receive less blood than bone, they take longer to heal, so you'll probably be in a cast, off-weight bearing, for a couple of months, and also have a course of physical therapy.

Hope this helps.  Good luck!

Question 2

in a 29yo f; where would one start looking 4 a cause of bilat. pingueculitis, bilat. ankle/foot edema, & chest wall pain? could there be a unifying dx?

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Pingueculitis: Pingueculitis is usually an isolated ocular condition usually related to chronic environmental exposure to sun and wind. Most likely not related to your other symptoms.

Question 3

difference of pedal edema or ankle swelling?

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Local or general: Pedal edema is how doctors refer to swollen feet. Pregnant women often get pedal edema as their pregnancy progresses heart disease circulation problems etc.
Ankle get swelling because you have sprain ankle.

Question 4

what kind of pills or treatment can somebody get for pedal edema?

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Depends on the cause: Pedal edema can be due to many different things. It could be from the heart, liver, kidneys, thyroid, etc. There are serious conditions that can cause pedal edema, as well as minor ones. It could also be a side effect of some medications.  You should see your doctor to determine the cause.

Question 5

treatment of pitting pedal edema?

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Pitting edema: First find the cause then you may need diuretic depending on cause and overall health. Elevation helps and compression heps but you don't mention location. Could be caused by a number of things.  Start with your gp or internest.

Question 6

my father has sciatica since along time and it's disabling..yesterday he developed right foot edema with pain..so what's the cause of this edema?

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Many possibilities: But among them will be any long-term condition that reduces or stops normal movement and use of a body part. He needs a good examination and if possible appropriate PT and dietary advice. See his doctor - and I hope it helps.

Question 7

pedal edema with pruritus resulting in vesicles on foot?

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RICE: Rest, ice, compression, elevation.

Question 8

can vascular insufficiency cause foot edema induced by hot weather & walking?

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Vein: Varicose veins or incompetent venous valves in the leg can definitely cause those symptoms. A vascular surgeon could evaluate and advise you. In the meantime try wearing support stockings.

Question 9

4month ago mri subcondral edema contusion and fluid around the tendon sheath now no pain verry little swelling and my ankle only get tired? treatment?

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Get active!: Your MRI from 4 months ago identified potential irriation and injury to the tendon.  Now,  4 months later,  it sounds as if the pain is improving, with less swelling.  This is the typical pattern of resolution of soft tissue sprains.  You might consider gentle therapy so you can slowly return back to you pre-injury state.  You may also consider using an ankle support brace with vigorous activity.

Question 10

what are good treatment options for bone marrow edema of the foot?

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Bone marrow edema: One of the best options for bone marrow Edema of a bone in the foot is to offload the area. Bone marrow Edema is a precursor to a possible stress fracture.

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Can you translate my diagnosis and possible treatment options? i sprained my ankle 6 weeks ago and i just got an mri done and here are the results (i need them translated into english): severe marrow edema/contusions in the medial aspect of talus, medial

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In a 29yo f; where would one start looking 4 a cause of bilat. pingueculitis, bilat. ankle/foot edema, & chest wall pain? could there be a unifying dx?

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Difference of pedal edema or ankle swelling?

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What kind of pills or treatment can somebody get for pedal edema?

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Treatment of pitting pedal edema?

A member asked:

My father has sciatica since along time and it's disabling..yesterday he developed right foot edema with pain..so what's the cause of this edema?

A member asked:

Pedal edema with pruritus resulting in vesicles on foot?

A member asked:

Can vascular insufficiency cause foot edema induced by hot weather & walking?

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4month ago mri subcondral edema contusion and fluid around the tendon sheath now no pain verry little swelling and my ankle only get tired? treatment?

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What are good treatment options for bone marrow edema of the foot?

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