Swollen ankles and pain for 2 weeks+ now

Posted 5 years ago, 3 users are following.

rhiannon_mcpaul

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Hi, hoping someone can help me. For 2 weeks straight now I have been suffering with having swollen ankles which hurts me a lot when walking or standing even for a short period of time. They start to automatically swell the moment I stand or start to walk. I have been to 2 different doctors but no one knows whats going on. I have had bloods tests to check FBC, ELFT & TSH, they also did a ultrasound of my legs to see if i had DVT but everything has come back clear. I cant walk far anymore because the pain is too much. I have attached photos.

Thank you

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lester90053 rhiannon_mcpaul

Posted 5 years ago

Diuretic water pills will reduce ankle swelling. Ask your doctor for a prescription.
mrsmop rhiannon_mcpaul

Posted 5 years ago

Hi Rhiannon, did you notice a specific trigger or when exactly your ankles started to swell?
When did you have the tattoos done? I was just thinking about allergy to ink or similar.

Yes, a diuretic will help to reduce the fluid but it doesn't explain the cause. Are you in the UK?

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