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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Swelling in One Ankle
Swollen ankles caused by environmental factors tend to affect both ankles simultaneously. If one ankle is showing signs of swelling, it's common for the opposite ankle to also be swollen. If the swelling is caused by an injury, however, swelling is likely to appear only on the injured side.
A person should see their doctor if they're experiencing swelling in only one ankle without an injury. Doctors may offer advice or an explanation as to why the swelling is asymmetrical.1‘Swollen Ankles, Feet and Legs (oedema).’ Nhs.uk, 19 Oct. 2017, www.nhs.uk/conditions/oedema/
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