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What is the the cause of swollen itchy ankles? my duaghter is 20 years old and a varsity student. she has been suffering for the past 3 weeks
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Dermatologic: It's could be a dermatologic pathology. Sounds more like a contact dermatitis. Did she wear some new socks or shoes three weeks ago. I would have her see a dermatologist or podiatrist for evaluation.
Answered 9/29/2020
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Stasis Dermatitis: She could have stasis dermatitis as a result of fluid overload. This can happen if the valves of the veins do a poor job of sending the blood up the leg and back to the heart. Usually starts with swelling, and then a red, itchy rash may develop where the skin is stretching (can be around entire ankle, but usually on the inside mostly). See a podiatrist.
Answered 4/10/2018
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