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What might make ankles swell on a male of normal weight--had a mild heart attack 2 yrs ago and takes medicine?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bowman answered

Ankles: Since you already said you had a mi the ankles swelling could be from the medications you are on. Many have side effect of swelling. Would also have circulation to legs checked.

Dr Weisberger agreed

Answered 4/18/2013

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Several: Heart failure renal failure low proteins sedentary, dependent lifestyle should get full history and exam and some testing.

Answered 5/5/2013

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A member asked:

What might make ankles swell on a male of normal weight--had a mild heart attack 2 yrs ago and takes medicine?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Bowman answered

Dr Weisberger agreed

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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