What causes ankle swelling?
Disease description:
My ankle has swollen up for no apparent reason, and it's very painful to the touch. I'd like to ask the doctor, what are the possible causes of ankle swelling?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Shuai
Common causes of ankle swelling include trauma (such as sprains, fractures), orthopedic conditions (such as osteoarthritis, synovitis), internal medical conditions (such as heart failure, kidney failure, hypoalbuminemia, liver disease), gout, medication side effects (such as certain antihypertensive drugs), and physiological factors (such as prolonged sitting leading to slowed venous return).
For daily care, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly to strengthen leg muscles, and avoiding prolonged standing or sitting can help prevent ankle swelling. However, if the swelling persists, is accompanied by severe pain, or associated with other symptoms such as fever or difficulty breathing, prompt medical attention is advised.
