yes. I m asking for my mother. She is 87 years old. She has swollen legs, ankles and feet. They are very swollen and have been worse than usual for her for the past 6 months She can walk without pain, but does have both knees bad enough for replacement but does not plan to do that surgery. What type of doctor should she see, and what types of illness could these be symptoms for?
Hi, Thanks for your query. There are numerous causes and conditions that produce swelling in the legs, ankles and feet. A few important causes are chronic venous insufficiency, Heart related issues, kidney disorders, liver problems, water retention etc. A thorough and detailed evaluation along with a few investigations are needed to establish the correct diagnosis. I suggest you to consult a General physician for further evaluation and management. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care