5. Diabetes
We’ve already mentioned in the last entry on this list that swollen ankles can very well be caused by something else that’s wrong with your health, and many of the symptoms can point to other health issues that urgently need to be addressed right now – and that you should likely make an immediate appointment with your doctor if this happens to be the case. It’s always safer to get issues with your health checked out immediately rather than to wait and take the risk that something else could be wrong!
One of the disorders that might manifest with swollen ankles as a potential symptom is diabetes, which is a deficiency in your body’s manner in which it processes insulin – which is why many diabetics have to inject secondary insulin on a regular basis. If you suspect diabetes, then swollen ankles are a sign to see your doctor right about now.