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Swelling in the ankles
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Do contrast bath.
Apply RICE method:-R-rest,I-icing,C-compression,E-elevation.
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Swelling in an elderly female can be due to hormonal issues, gout or vitamin and calcium deficiency.
Your problem is both bony and physiological.
Medications like Identical K2, D3MUST60K, Evion and Tendocare will all help.
Local hot water bath and exercises will help.
Compression stocking will help reduce edema.
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visit Orthopaedic Surgeon for evaluation and X-Rays and blood profile.fornosteoporosis, vitamin deficiency and gout.
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keep both lower limb elevated over pillow while lying down
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