My mom is 56 years old. From last 15 days she is having swelling on both the ankle. So she consulted a doctor for which she was adviced to test ESR. Yesterday ESR was being tested and the report shows 36mm. As it is a bit high. Now she is afraid what to do. Is there any medicine for this.
Hi, Swollen ankles and swollen feet are common and usually not cause for concern, particularly if you have been standing or walking a lot.  But feet and ankles that stay swollen or are accompanied by other symptoms could signal a serious health problem.  Well, if you don't recall injury then swelling of the ankles and feet is often an early symptom of venous insufficiency, a condition in which blood inadequately moves up the veins from the legs and feet up to the heart.  Normally, the veins keep blood flowing upward with one-way valves.  When these valves become damaged or weakened, the blood leaks back down the vessels and fluid is retained in the soft tissue of the lower legs, especially the ankles and feet.  Chronic venous insufficiency can lead to skin changes, skin ulcers, and infection.  You should treat this with elastic stockings, keeping the leg elevated and in severe cases you should see a vascular surgeon for further treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.