I will go to the doctors when I can get an appointment but just for now I would like to get some idea as to what could be a possible cause. Thank you.
2007-05-21 22:40:31 · 19 answers · asked by oranges and lemons 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
It could be any number of things. If it's a recent thing, and both symptoms started simultaneously, then your GP may put you on tablets in case you're retaining water that's collecting in your ankles and lungs (making you breathless).
He will also find out the reason why you're retaining the fluid.
Best to let him give you a thorough once-over, and let him diagnose the reasons. No point in second guessing.
But do try to get an appointment soon.
2007-05-21 22:44:55 · answer #1 · answered by RM 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
So have I but that is not to say you have the same problem as I have.
Ankle swelling can be caused by any number of things.
So can breathlessness.
Only your GP and professional consultant at the hospital is qualified to advise you what the problem is likely to be.
Put feet up above your head (lie down on bed with feet raised and resting on the wall) this may help with ankle swelling.
Whilst elevating your ankles - relax and breathe noticing the rise and fall of your natural breath in the abdomen (your tummy rises on the in breath and fall on the out breath).
Put on some relaxing music and close your eyes.
Do this regularly whenever the swelling in your ankle is excessive - a cool compress may also help.
Keep that appointment with your doc.
2007-05-21 22:53:38 · answer #2 · answered by Jewel 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It sounds to me like you are retaining fluid. You do not say how old you are ~ but you need to see a doctor. You also do not say if you have any other problems with your health, sometimes people develop neropathies or have hardening of the arteries which could also cause swollen ankles. Best to see a doctor.
2007-05-22 00:22:21 · answer #3 · answered by Drinda C 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Common causes of edematous ankles or Lymphedema or peripheral edema and Shortness of breath are due to fluid retention in cardiac, renal, hepatic, thyroid, venous or drug-induced cases.
2007-05-21 23:37:22 · answer #4 · answered by rosieC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have water retention
...you have probably over done it with salt..
this is the most likeliness of your swollen ankles..
or
something in your ankles could be blocking your system
2007-05-21 22:44:48 · answer #5 · answered by Beautiful - 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how long has it been going on for?
Is there a trigger for the breathless ness.
you have not given enough detail tobe able to help.
2007-05-21 22:43:22 · answer #6 · answered by D B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Circulation difficulties; heart trouble?
No sure, as these symptoms can go with several conditions, including diabetes. No point in telling you not to worry, you already are; I hope you get to see your doc soon.
2007-05-21 22:51:27 · answer #7 · answered by marie m 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Please go to the doctors asap if only to put your mind at rest.
Don't delay get an emergency appointment, don't panic but do take it serious.
Don't delay do it now!!
All the best :)
2007-05-21 22:45:31 · answer #8 · answered by Dj' s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Odema,...............water retention..........breathlessness? due to smoking...being overweight......... pulmonory congestion, get a course of anti/biotics,500 mlg. finish couse...............if you r no better in a week, ask for an x/ray and a more thorough examinatio n,
2007-05-21 23:03:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know but it sounds like possible congestive heart failure. Hopefully that's not what it is, but if you get any worse you should probably go to the ER.
2007-05-21 22:45:42 · answer #10 · answered by Docta Jones 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋