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Old 03-21-2025, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by billethkid View Post
When at the podiatrist getting my nails cut I asked about the chronic slight swelling of my right ankle and toes. Without a question about the situation his immediate response was to follow up with my primary care doctor!

My reaction then and continues, maybe I have the wrong podiatrist.

I have not followed up with my primary.

Fortunately the swelling incidences are not significant (I don't think).

What is your experience with a similar situation?
Various swelling of body parts is one indicator of potential heart problems. Another common one is nocturnal urination.