Which Department Should I Visit for Swollen but Painless Ankles?
If the ankle is swollen but not painful, one can generally visit the dermatology department, endocrinology department, vascular surgery department, etc. for treatment.
Dermatology Department: Swelling of the ankle without pain may be caused by allergies, leading to ankle inflammation and effusion, which in turn causes edema. Patients can visit the dermatology department to treat allergic symptoms.
Endocrinology Department: Hyperthyroidism is a catabolic disease. If the patient has hyperthyroidism, it can easily lead to ankle swelling. Hyperthyroidism is an endocrine disease, so one can visit the endocrinology department of a formal hospital.
Vascular Surgery Department: Vascular surgery is usually involved in the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral vascular diseases excluding cerebrovascular and cardiovascular diseases. Ankle swelling may be caused by varicose veins of the lower extremities or deep venous thrombosis of the lower extremities, so one can visit the vascular surgery department.
Apart from the above departments, one can also visit nephrology, hepatology, cardiology, and other departments. In daily life, patients should avoid sitting for a long time to prevent poor blood flow in the lower extremities, fluid accumulation, and edema of the lower extremities.
