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What Causes Pain And Swelling In Ankle While Walking?
Question: I have pain while walking in my left ankle since last few days. There is swelling as well around the ankle area. Please advise.
Brief Answer:
could be due to inflammation or strain in the area
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
Pain and swelling around your ankle could be due to inflammation and strain in the area.
I suggest you to get an x-ray done to rule out any bony pathology.
Till then take anti -inflammatory drug like ibprofen to reduce pain and swelling.
avoid putting weight and rest well.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
could be due to inflammation or strain in the area
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
Pain and swelling around your ankle could be due to inflammation and strain in the area.
I suggest you to get an x-ray done to rule out any bony pathology.
Till then take anti -inflammatory drug like ibprofen to reduce pain and swelling.
avoid putting weight and rest well.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement
Practicing since :2004
Answered : 5930 Questions
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