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A member asked:
What does it mean if one of my ankles is swollen? i dont eat tons of salt so i doubt its that, is it kidneys or what? i do have high cholesterol issue
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If one ankle is : Swollen, I would consider injury or biomechanical induced condition. Could have venous insufficiency on one limb.
Answered 3/2/2015
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