
What Are the Causes of Ankle Swelling? - Verywell …
Vascular Obstruction . Numerous problems with blood flow can impair normal circulation and lead to swelling around the ankles. This can result from venous insufficiency, or in some cases, a blood clot, also known as a deep venous throosis (DVT).This type of vascular problem usually occurs in one leg (not both) and leads to swelling of the soft tissues throughout the foot and ankle.