My ankles began swelling when I was pregnant 10 years ago. I had gestational diabetes (treated with insulin injections). Since my pregnancy, they haven t stopped. I experience swollen ankles frequently. My feet are flat, with no anches. I have had cortisone injections for spurs. The ankles don t hurt, they just look painful. What can I do to stop the ankels from swelling?
Hi you have swelling in the ankles which started 10 yrs ago after pregnancy, and you are on insulin for diabetes. In my opinion the ankle swelling may be due to postural edema. I suggest compression stockings to be used during daytime and keep a pillow below ankles at night. If you don't get relief then go foe a complete medical check up including kidneys and heart.