My foot, ankle and lower leg is quite swollen. I cannot wear shoes. There is not a lot of pain if there is no pressure. I do not have diabetes. In the morning the swelling is somewhat reduced but returns after normal movement. I do not have a fever. I am very active and 71 years old and not overweight.
Hi, as you mentioned the swelling in ankle and lower leg. Also you are not diabetic. What I can understand is that you should get your vascular system of the legs get checked once. Using the diagnostic will put and insight to the issue. Also, when we have technology to see inside the body j highly recommend my patients to use it and the planning of treatment becomes easier. Also, due to the certain cardiovascular issues the heart becomes unable to push the lymphatic Chat Doctor.  If you have a clot in the lower limb that might be compromising the venous return. Since your age is 71 we should be little cautious. Getting it checked won't be a bad idea. Also, you can initially try this out, as if this fails you can head towards the vascular screening. Putting the leg in hot water and then keeping it above the level of heart and performing ankle toe movements will help reduce the swelling. With the grace of God I wish you a speedy recoveryregardsJay In