I have had swollen ankles, numbness in hands and arms. but only numb when i'm not feeling terrible pain in my wrists. i have put on weight over 2 years and i have sugar cravings. what's wrong with me?

Time for examination: You obviously have multiple and possibly severe medical issues: shut your computer now and call your family physician. You must be examined ASAP!

Impossible to say: You need a complete evaluation starting with a primary care doctor. The possible causes are numerous.

I need more history : you need to provide more history on medical history occupation current symptoms and duration of symptoms

Arthralgia: Having pain in multiple joints with swelling kind of indicates joint inflammation, at this young age to have this little uncommon for the osteoarthritis. Need an exam and labs to rule out Rheumatoid or any other connective tissue problems. You need complete physical, get some help through your pcp.

I WOULD RECOMMEND: A PHYSICAL WITH AN INTERNIST. THE WEIGHT GAIN MAY HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE SWOLLEN ANKLES…CAN HAVE VENOUS INSUFFICENCY..NUMBNESS CAN BE FROM MANY THINGS..DIABETES MAY BE A POSSIBILITY ……GO GET A CHECK UP..

Numbness: Numbness in the hands and arms can indicate at neuromuscular disorder. Putting on weight and craving sugar could indicate Diabetes. The two problems may actually be related. My suggestion is to seek out medical attention in your area and have some blood work and full examination performed by your primary care doctor.