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Can ?testosterone injections cause ankle swelling?

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Testosterone: Both hgh and testosterone can cause ankle swelling.

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Answered 4/28/2021

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Dr. John Eidt answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

Yes: Testosterone can cause swelling by altering the ability of the kidneys to diurese.

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/19/2018

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