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
- 3. 'Foot, Leg, and Ankle Swelling: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia.' MedlinePlus - Health Information from the National Library of Medicine, medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003104.htm
Pain
In many cases, swollen ankles are painless. The skin around the area may be slightly uncomfortable, but the ankle itself doesn't typically hurt. This makes pain a useful symptom to watch when dealing with swollen ankles.
Pain in a swollen ankle may indicate an unknown injury, a lack of proper blood flow or an underlying condition. A person experiencing painful swollen ankles should call their doctor. Chest pain alongside swollen ankles may indicate a blood clot and is a reason to visit the hospital.2‘Edema - Symptoms and Causes.’ Mayo Clinic, 1 Dec. 2020, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/edema/symptoms-causes/syc-20366493
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