Suggest treatment for swollen and painful feet and ankle
Patient: I am 39 years old 5 foot tall and weigh 265 lbs. I have gained over 50 lbs since August 2014. I am tired all of the time. I recently have swelling in my feet and ankles. I wake up several times a night. I fall asleep at the drop of a hat. I have shortness of breath. I am wondering what may be wrong with me. Doctor: Hello, Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case.I will like to ask few questions so that I can help you betterSwelling is on both feet?Swelling is reducing after lying down?Any history of injury?Both feet involvement differential can be swelling due to exertion; swelling can be cardiac /renal origin, early inflammatory arthritis.You may need to do X ray and blood investigation after clinical examination from your doctor.swelling can be cardiac or renal disease related.Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.Take care.