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83 yr female. no history heart disease. kidneys good. daily edema one ankle only. arthritis and fibromyalgia. now other ankle swelling, butnot feet.
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Edema: It sound like fluid retention (edema). This can have many causes and you need to have your doctor or cardiologist evaluate the possible causes.
Answered 6/20/2013
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Possible venous insu: Possible venous insufficiency, but blood clots need to be considered.
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