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Can a sunburn to the legs cause the ankles & feet to swell?
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Absolutely yes: Sunburn can certainly cause a skin irritation and inflammation. The inflammation actually causes swelling.
Answered 3/14/2019
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Yes.: Absolutely, it is at least a first degree burn and with it, inflammation and swelling.
Answered 3/14/2019
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