10 Swollen Ankles Symptoms
Article Sources
- 1. 'Swollen Ankles, Feet and Legs (oedema).' Nhs.uk, 19 Oct. 2017, www.nhs.uk/conditions/oedema/
- 2. 'Edema - Symptoms and Causes.' Mayo Clinic, 1 Dec. 2020, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/edema/symptoms-causes/syc-20366493
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Breathing Problems
Swollen ankles caused by blood clots may be especially serious. In some cases, a blood clot in a swollen ankle may move to the lungs, causing life-threatening illness. The most obvious symptom of this complication is breathing troubles.
If a person with a swollen ankle struggles to breathe, experiences tightness in their chest while inhaling or feels short of breath, they should call an ambulance. External symptoms may include a blue tint to the lips or the stomach sucking in while inhaling.3‘Foot, Leg, and Ankle Swelling: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia.’ MedlinePlus - Health Information from the National Library of Medicine, medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003104.htm
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