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My feet and ankles are very swollen. what could it be, is it life threatening, and are their over-the-counter medications?
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Visit a doctor : There are so many things that cause swollen feet. Try some simple things like elevation, light compression and watching salt intake. Follow up with your doctor for full evaluation and treatment to make sure nothing serious is going on.
Answered 10/23/2017
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