I am a 28-year old woman with no known health issues. For over a week, I have had swollen ankles. They usually get worse in the evening, the swelling decreases in the morning after getting up, but never disappears. I thought it could be due to my new sedentary lifestyle under lockdown. (i have been much more inactive than usual and I put on a few pounds as well.) so I started taking walks in the evenings, but it didn't help. What could be causing this ankle swelling? I do not use any medication except for vitamin c and d supplements.

Dr. Karuna ChawlaHomeopathy Doctor26yrs exp

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Leg swelling generally occurs because of an abnormal accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the lower extremity. Common causes of leg swelling include idiopathic Edema (Swelling of Unknown Cause), overweight, Is older, salt retention, cellulitis, congestive heart failure, venous insufficiency, pregnancy, and medication side effects. Some tips that may help reduce swelling: 1. Put your legs on pillows to raise them above your heart while lying down. 2. Exercise your legs. This helps pump fluid from your legs back to your heart. 3. Follow a low-salt diet, which may reduce fluid buildup and swelling. 4. Wear support stockings (sold at most drugstores and medical supply stores). 5. When traveling, take breaks often to stand up and move around. 6. Avoid wearing tight clothing or garters around your thighs. 7. Lose weight if you need to. 

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