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... Periorbital edema is frequently reported by parents via telephone. Unless the cause is obvious and benign, an immediate evaluation is warranted. Differential Diagnosis ... Workup and Diagnosis ... Treatment ... ... The list of medical condition causes of Ankle swelling (Swollen ankles) includes:
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www.wrongdiagnosis.com/symptom/swollen-ankles.htm
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Alternate Name(s): Edema; Anasarca ... Too much salt or sodium intake Burns Sunburn Too little albumin in the blood (hypoalbuminemia) Malnutrition Pregnancy Drugs Androgenic and anabolic steroids Antihypertensives Corticosteroids such as prednisone (causes sodium retention) Estrogens ...
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www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003103.htm#Common%20Causes
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The specific treatment will be directed at whatever underlying cause is found. Diuretics may be prescribed. These are effective in reducing the swelling but have some side effects. Home treatment for benign causes of leg swelling should be tried before drug therapy under medical supervision.
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www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003104.htm
www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003104.htm
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Treatments for swollen ankles and feet depend on the particular cause, but antiinflammatory medications are often used to manage the pain associated with strains and sprains. ... MedTerms medical dictionary...
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Online information sources and tools for patients seeking to better manage their health. ... The Medical College of Wisconsin Office of Clinical Informatics has been involved with a number of initiatives designed to bring timely, relevant health information to consumers.
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Q: In April '97, I went on a 12-day bus tour. I experienced severe swollen ankles. I am looking forward to another trip this year in April. I am wondering if you have any suggestions to help avoid the ... ; "Dear Doctor" is a compilation of patient questions answered by doctors from the Medical College of Wisconsin.
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I did some checking on the web and noticed a number of medical sites do note the links between swollen ankles and factors that can cut off blood flow, such as varicose veins and blood clots, but I've never seen tight muscles listed as a cause.
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www.ctds.info/swollen-ankles.html
www.ctds.info/swollen-ankles.html
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Under normal circumstances forces at the venous end of the capillary cause fluid to flow back into the capillary (reabsorption). The main force associated with reabsorption is blood colloid osmotic pressure (BCOP).
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www.ann.com.au/MedSci/swollen.htm
www.ann.com.au/MedSci/swollen.htm
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Find out all about medical cause of swollen ankles, including the most common causes and treatments from leading medical experts. ... Members related to medical cause of swollen ankles...
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