Any other women have trouble with their ankles swelling?
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Hi, I don't have trouble with my ankles swelling, however one of the reasons your ankles could swell is possibly due to the fact that you are not active enough during the day because of your work situation. The lymphatic system does not have a pump like the circulatory system and so requires body movement in order to move excess fluid to be processed and removed from the body. Try rotating your ankles periodically while sat at your desk, or try to move around the office more, if that does not help, please see your medical practioner to rule out anything else. \n Also, take a look at any medicatons you may be taking, some may cause swelling at the ankles, good luck xx
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Could be a touch of arthritis. Another possibility would be a tight achilles tendon. In either case, I'd recommend two exercise \n\n(1) Put a telephone book (or something similar about 2-3 inches high) on the floor. Place the toes and balls of feet on the book with your heels resting on the floor. Raise yourself up and down about 10 times. This exercise done 2 or 3 times a day will help stretch your achilles tendon.\n\n(2) While sitting or supporting yourself while standing, do simple circles both to the left and right several times throughout the day...and especially before you are going for a walk. This will help warm up the muscles around the ankle before you walk and may help alleviate some (or all) of the pain.
415857
I get exactly the same thing! The toe next to the big one seises up with cramp and crosses underneath. I cant stop it, and it really hurts doesnt it! None of my friends get it, is it just us? There is this good site which expains a bit about it, dont worry tho, you are not alone!
737223
Perhaps u mean after prolonged sitting or standing your feet become swollen. are u taking any medicine, any heart, kidney or liver problem?  if not restrict salt intake, avoid long sitting and standing.
184270
Twenty percent of people treated with Avandia or Actos notice higher numbers on the scale. The problem is usually fluid retention, not increased fat deposits. However, be aware that a rapid weight gain, especially if accompanied by ankle swelling, is a warning sign of something more serious than simple water retention. These drugs have been associated with heart failure or worsening of existing heart failure. If you have any symptoms, let your doctor know right away.
869863
swelling= the bodies form of trying to warm something up. so by your ankles being exposed and in the snow, the swelling was trying to warm your ankles.
813155
Foot Dr is sending u to another physician?  Look is the leg swollen or the ankle?  \n\nIf u sprain ur ankle it's going to take a while for it to heal.  I'm surprised they didn't put u in an air splint cast... it's an easy on/off support to wear while walking.  U can even wear normal shoes... Soaking in  warm,Epsom salt can't hurt nightly either.  But your going to have to prop the leg and rest it.   If the swelling is your leg... u need to definitely see the orthopedist.  U should see them if your ankle doesn't get better.  U might have a hairline fracture or worse.  Take it easy, rest the ankle and if it doesn't get better in few weeks go back to the foot doctor or orthopedist.
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if you can, wear more comfortable shoes - also those insoles will help with your balance and circulation, also cut back on salt products a bit and maintain balanced light meals, fast foods tend to add hidden salt and diet pop's. if it continues, might want to go to a Dr to check for low iron etc as this will also cause swelling. After getting home, after being on your feet all day, soak them in hot water and then raise them up and allow the natural healing happen, it will make you also feel better and also another method is to lay down on your left side instead of right side.\nbest wishes to you -
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many runners tend to increase salt intake which leads to swelling. I don't know about the ankles, but if your fingers swell, you need to raise your hands up when you run instead of letting them hang loose.
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There are several things that could be causing your swelling. Some of these things could be related to your diabetes and some might not. \n\nTalk to your doctor about your situation and let him be the judge as to what is going on. \n\nSome medications can cause swelling in the feet and legs also.
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I am a reflexologist & it sounds like you have clogged arteries or clogged Meridian lines (Shiatsu) that run all through your body. I recommend having a few sessions with a Reflexologist to help increase the cirrculation. My grandfather had the same problem as you & he went to the doctor & discovered that he had a clogged artery. He went through an expensive procedure & pills, but his legs still hurt.
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Do you have more than one? If you do, you probably have shin splints. I have tons of them up and down the front of my legs. They almost feel like little beebee's that you put in a beebee gun. A lot of athletes have them. I have them from sports and cheerleading. You can also get them from wearing high heels and platforms. Then again, I'm not a doctor and can't diagnose your problem. If I had to guess though, I would say that you had shin splints. I would make an appointment with your doctor just to be on the safe side. Don't worry too much though...your leg isn't going to fall off or anything!
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Talk to her coach. If he's experienced enough he will have a solution for you. This is probably the first time she has run track and its due to the newly inflicted strain and stress on her ankles. If it's nothing serious RICE is the best thing for her ankles. Have her ice her ankles down right after practice. "Saran wrap" the ice packs on her ankles right after practice, on the way home.
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you need to work on your ankle flexibility, look up some exercises online.. swimmers have a tendency to develop ankle pains because they force their ankles to a position that is not natural.. \n\nso with some strength excersises and flexibility ones you should stop hurting
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I suffered from this years ago when I started my first year of marching band.  Make fun if you want, but marching band is hard work.  You do so much walking, and not normal walking either.  They taught us what they called the roll-step, which reduces the bounce in your walk, and involves pointing your toe way up in the air as you start your stride, thus stretching the calf muscle.  This was my first year of doing this, and doing it repeatedly for a few days caused me so much pain on the front of my right calf muscle that they put me on crutches the rest of the week.  After the worst of it healed, I would from the on wrap my leg from the bottom of my knee to the ankle with an ace bandage to try and support my calf and keep everthing "tight" while marching.  It still bugs me to this day if I do anything to strenuous, especially on hard surfaces, with that leg.  I was also suggested a little exercise which helps also with sore ankles.  Pretend your toe is the tip of a pen, and write the alphabet in cursive in the air with your toe.  Sound silly, but try it.
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you need to see the doctor.\nMeanwhile, raise your feet as much as you can when sitting, and in bed put a pillow underneath them. Move your feet as often as possible in little circles from the ankles. All these things help the drainage. \nYour feet are swelling due to the blood pressure and your circulation being ineffiecient, it isn't too serious but your doctor may give you a diuretic which will make you pee more, as your blood pressure could be affecting your kidneys.\nIf you are overweight you need to think about diet and exercise as they can help the oedema (fluid),  reduce salt and fat in your food. Drink low sodium water.\nGood luck, hope this helps.
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I have RA all over.. but it really affects my feet. New Balance has some type of program that helps for those who need special shoes to accomodate foot problems. I was gonna use this program but a REALLY wide shoe helped me out instead. I hope you have/will go see a doctor - the earlier they catch things like this, the easier they are to control and lessen the pain...But all of what you said sounds very farmiliar. I unfortunatley used to be a barefoot girl but not anymore, I understand. I hope this helps and will keep you in my prayers.