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what causes chronic ankle pain?

A: chronic ankle pain generally comes as the result of a severe injury to the ankle, or due to a debilitating condition like arthritis. Most minor injuries, such as sprains and pulls, heal quickly and do not cause lasting effects to the joint. In some cases, however, long-term pain and discomfort can result. Athletes are most at risk for chronic ankle pain because they often withstand repeat injuries, severe sprains, and resumed activity before the ankle has fully healed. These situations can often result in long-lasting pain and soreness. A severe sprain is the most common reason for chronic
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what causes my ankleS, FEET, legs to be very painful and swollen?

A: hi i have the same thing happen to me quit offten my DR told me it is water retenchion coused by my FM meds and lack of movement do to pain. it could be somrthing else if nether of these apply to you i sugest talking to your primary if it lasts more the a couple days  ...


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what causes ankle Cramps?

A: ankle cramps are shooting pains or dull aches that occur in the ankle area. There are several factors that can cause these cramps, from dehydration to menstruation. Stretching and massage can greatly reduce the pain of ankle cramps, though people who suffer chronic or constant ankle pain may want to consult a doctor for comprehensive diagnosis.. Most ankle pain comes from overexertion of the body. Repetitive motion, such as walking or jogging, can cause gradual strain on the ankles that develops throughout a workout, eventually leading to ankle cramps. While some cramps set in during the...


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chronic back pain since c-section/epidural

A: chronic back pain since c-section/epidural Part 2 I have had sooooooo much pain for 2 years now since my epi I have been on vicoprophen now referd to pain clinic they say its osteopenia n disc probs blah blah going for mri. nothing helps. now they think its a pinched nerve. I KNOW its from the epi! I want the dr to take responsibility. I understand it was an emergency c setion but they should know their job n not cripple ppl I am now disabled from working health care cuz I can not lift more than 10 lbs. i cant bent Its awful. I went from a decent salary to 12000 a year. its embarrassing to collect a disability check at 32. My neck now hurts as well because of the way Ive had to sleep and sit for the past year. It hurts exactly at the site and its hurt since the...
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what causes Stiff Feet?

A: Stiffness or pain in the feet, toes, or ankles might be indicative of several different progressive, chronic conditions. This is not surprising when one considers that the foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This complex structure is the source of balance and mobility, and stiff feet can foreshadow problems in other parts of the body. In the same vein, problems or diseases in other parts of the body can cause stiff feet.. Arthritis, either osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, might be the cause of stiff feet. Osteoarthritis is the most common arthritic malady, involving a gradual compaction and deterioration of the cartilage that cushions the body’s joints. Stiff feet are sometimes the...


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what is pulmonary congestion exactly? what causes it and can it be prevented?

A: According to umm.edu, ''Pulmonary edema(congestion) is an abnormal build up of fluid in the air sacs of the lungs, which leads to shortness of breath. Pulmonary edema may be caused by damage directly to the lung, such as that caused by poisonous gas or severe infection, as a side effect of medications, or the result of major trauma.'' The major drugs that are mentioned that may cause pulmonary congestion are Proleukin and Aldesleukin. source(s): http://www.umm.edu/ency/article/000140.htm http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/symptoms/pulmonary_congestion/causes.htm Congestive heart failure is a condition in which the function of the heart as a pump is...


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what can I do about chronic joint pain in hips, knees and feet?

A: Here is a frank and open answer to your question: If you are committed to finding an answer for this, or at least increased relief, I am sure you can do that. I just got off the phone with the winner of the Biggest Loser regional event we sponsored. He lost 112 pounds in just 12 weeks (not recommended for regular folks and certainly not recommended if no medical supervision). He began the program with ''bone on bone'' pain in both his knees, severe difficulties with bilateral ankles and shoulders and weighing over 400 pounds. He committed to achieving success with the program and he was able to do so. The moral of that story is if you are really intending on changing your health, your weight and the pain you suffer, there are simple measures you can take in your...


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what causes ulcers?

A: stress like you apparently have Stomach ulcers: overproduction of Hydrochloric Acid and stress. aicds cause ulcers Several people in my family suffer from mouth ulcers, but find they have almost none if they use toothpaste with NO Fluoride. for example Euthymol has no Fluoride. good luck! 1.corneal ulcers(eye) from bacterial ,viral and fungal infections. 2.stasis ulcer (ankle at the internal malleous area)poor condition on the skin and extremity trauma and skin irritation, but usualy it''s stress that cause I''m presuming you mean mouth ulcers considering it is in the dental section. it is a very good question as I get them all the time. I have been told different things by different people. I went to the doctor about them once and all he told me to do was try an...


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what causes Burning and Itchy Feet?

A: Burning and itchy feet can be caused by a medical condition or by lifestyle habits. Although burning and itchy feet can occur in people of all ages, it is typically more common in those over the age of 50. Usually, when someone who has burning and itchy feet is in otherwise general good health, the symptoms are nothing to worry about. The physician, however, should be notified, just in case.. A common cause of burning and itchy feet is athlete`s foot, a mild fungal infection that can cause the feet to burn, itch, and hurt. This infection is typically caused by persistent foot sweating and sometimes by less than optimal foot hygiene. Treatments for foot fungal infections include washing and drying the feet thoroughly, wearing cotton socks, and perhaps using an anti-fungal preparation.....


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ankle pain on the inside of the ankle?

A: 1. c ur docter, you may have sprained it or mabye even screwed up the alighnment of those bones. 2. definately no doubt about it may be torn 3. DESCRIPTION: ankle pain is most often due to an ankle sprain, which is an injury that causes a stretch or tear of one or more ligaments in the ankle joint. ankle ligaments are probably the most sprained ligament in the body. Close to 26,000 people sprain their ankles every day. Although most ankle sprains occur on the outside part of the ankle, they can occur on the inside as well. An ankle twist is the most common sports...


 
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