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A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Delta, BC

I was only diagnosed in July and have been taking Hydoxychloroquinine sine then but I just cannot get over why my ankle is still so swollen. It does vary throughout the day, and on the few days when the swelling isn't too bad, my foot/ankle actually hurts quite a lot. This has been going on since about March or April and I don't see my Rheumy again until the end of October but I am wondering if I should try and get in sooner as I am worried that the swelling will soon start causing some sort… read more

September 21, 2017
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Members validated that prolonged ankle swelling is a common experience with rheumatoid arthritis, with several sharing that their own swelling... Read more

Members validated that prolonged ankle swelling is a common experience with rheumatoid arthritis, with several sharing that their own swelling lasted months or even years, emphasizing that finding the right medication combination often takes time and patience. Several members offered practical advice, including elevating feet whenever possible, soaking in Epsom salt, asking the rheumatologist about adding a low-dose steroid to Plaquenil, and getting regular eye exams while on Plaquenil. A recurring theme was the importance of calling the doctor whenever something feels concerning, advocating for oneself in treatment decisions, and understanding that RA affects everyone differently with symptoms that can persist far longer than most people initially expect.

A myRAteam Member

The swelling in my ankle hasn't gone away in 18 years I've had ra

September 22, 2017
A myRAteam Member

My ankles still swell. But my ankles at one time where swollen and painful every day for a long time. I don't remember exactly how long but it was months. You should ask your Doctor about it. If you call and let him know he will tell you if you need to be seen sooner. Whenever you feel uncomfortable with something, you should be able to call your Doctor or text your Doctor and ask. Hope you feel better soon. Keep your feet up as often as you can. That should help, and soak them in Epson Salt.
Blessings to you and yours

September 22, 2017
A myRAteam Member

Mine is swollen but it does go down at night and when i walk alot it is painful but have to live with it

September 22, 2017
A myRAteam Member

Mt ankles are swollen during the day because i do a lot of walking but the swelling goes down at night

September 26, 2017
A myRAteam Member

My ankles have been swollen for months and there is nothing i can do about that.

September 23, 2017

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