Chronic venous insufficiency: Poor venous return to the heart, often worsening in the evening.
Heart failure: Can cause simultaneous swelling of both ankles.
Kidney or liver problems: Cause water retention.
4. Heat or seasonal effects
4. Heat or seasonal effects:
Significant swelling occurs in summer. The heat dilates blood vessels, which increases water retention.
5. Pregnancy or hormonal changes:
Hormones affect the body’s fluid balance and can cause swelling, especially in the third trimester.
6. Side effects of medications:
Antihypertensive medications
Hormones such as estrogen
NSAIDs or anti-inflammatories
Swollen ankle without pain?
Yes, that’s entirely possible! Sometimes, swelling is only noticed when you look down. Possible causes of painless inflammation:
Hormones such as estrogen
NSAIDs or anti-inflammatories
Swollen ankle without pain?
Yes, that’s entirely possible! Sometimes, swelling is only noticed when you look down. Possible causes of painless inflammation:
Early-stage osteoarthritis
