Question 1

what causes swollen ankles?

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Refer to answer: None pinfull ankle swelling is due fluid retention in lower extremities. It has many causes. Too much salt, high blood pressure, kidney, gout , liver, andthyroid problem, also arthropatthy. If problem persists, refer to your physician.

Question 2

what may cause swollen ankles?

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Many things: There are a number of things that can cause swelling in the ankles. This is a very nonspecific symptom.  I recommend that someone with swelling should be seen by their primary care provider or orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon for a definitive diagnosis.  One in your area can be found at www.Aofas.Org.

Question 3

what will cause swollen ankles?

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Many things: Many things can cause swollen ankles. Specifically problems involving the heart, liver or kidneys. Issues with any of these organs can result in pressure changes or salt retention/imbalances which can lead to accumulation of excess fluid in the lower legs.  Your dr can do a full workup for your swollen ankles including exam, lab tests, etc and address any underlying conditions.

Question 4

common causes of swollen ankles?

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BP, strain: High blood pressure
venous backflow
salt
arthritis
non-supportive shoes
obesity.

Question 5

cause of swollen ankles for 4 days?

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See details: Pain is likely arthritis or inflammation, no pain is likely edema or fluid retention. Have a doctor evaluate it.

Question 6

could working out cause swollen ankles?

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Ankle swelling: Working out can cause ankle or foot swelling.
If you have venous related problems such as varicosities  your ankle can swell. Over- use injuries may also cause swelling by overworking joints, muscles and tendons. Medications can also cause swelling in ankles.

Question 7

what are the causes of swollen ankles, when there is no injury involved?

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Fluid retention: Swelling of the ankles without pain or injury is usually due to fluid retention. See you primary care doctor tosee why you are retaining fluid.

Question 8

help please? i want to know what are potential causes of swollen ankles?

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Many: Swelling of the ankles can be caused by anything from injury to kidney to heart problems.

Question 9

what causes swollen wrists with pain as well as swollen ankles?

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A number of possi--: Bilities, including rheumatoid arthritis due to the bilateral involvement of multiple joints; other types of arthritis. Sometimes viral infections can cause multiple joint swellings/pain.
Need to see pcp for onward referral to a rheumatologist, who can diagnose/treat such conditions.
You needs xrays, labs and likely joint fluid to help aspiration to DX or rule out other diagnoses.
Good luck.

Question 10

can hydroxycut cause swollen ankles?

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Unlikely: Unlikely but it is a poor product associated with occasional life threatening side effects. I urge you to stop using it.

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