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My ankles are swollen quite a lot i'm 62 years of age.. ?
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See your internist: To discuss. There are many reasons why ankles can swell including venous insufficiency, hypertension, or other cardiac issues, side effects of medication to name a few. Sometimes eliminating salt from your diet, going on a diuretic, wearing venous support hose may be some of the treatment options.
Answered 8/10/2014
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