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I have minor swelling in my right ankle. i have a few varicose or at least blue veins, but don't know of they have been there prior to this.
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Get evaluated: If you have prominent veins and ankle swelling, there is a reasonable chance that you have vein disease that is treatable. Get evaluated by a phlebologist; or either an interventional radiologist or vascular surgeon who treats a lot of vein disease.
Answered 1/20/2014
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