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Since this week, i have started getting swelling in ankles thatcomes and goes. can it be related to kidney failure?
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Get more info!: While kidney failure certainly can have ankle swelling as one of its symptoms, there are many other conditions that can lead to ankle swelling. These conditions can range from things as simple as wearing socks that are too tight, to very serious conditions such as heart disease. Excessive salt intake, standing on your feet for hours are other causes. It's time for some real data - see your doctor.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Unlikely: Unless you have risk factors for kidney disease, i would say it is unlikely. Risk factors include family history, high blood pressure, diabetes and african american race to name a few. The best thing to do is see your local family physician and have a complete exam.
Answered 2/2/2015
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Less likely: While kidney failure and heart failure can cause this, many other less horrible explanations exist especially in an othwise healthy 18 yo (my assumption of your past medical history). Cut down on amount of salt you eat and go see your medical doctor to be on the safe side.
Answered 9/28/2016
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