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A member asked:

Help docs! i'm trying to find out what causes swollen ankles with redness around the ankle area and lower legs?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Many reasons: Venous insufficiency, side effects of medication, hypertension, kidney issues, etc see your primary care doctor.

Dr Altman and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 6/2/2018

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Swelling: As said , there many reasons for this . See your family doc for assistance.

Answered 3/15/2015

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