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What Causes Swollen Ankle And Pain In The Heel?

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Posted on Mon, 17 Jul 2017
Question: I have swollen ankle and pain in back of my ankle/heel. Not on bottom of my heel. I tried icing it, but it doesn't last. Is there something else I can try?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Ankle sprain

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Based on your description, it appears to be an ankle sprain.

Yes, you can use NSAIDs like meloxicam or diclofenac to help with the pain and inflammation. An ankle splint should be worn to help keep the area safe from unnecessary mobility.

If the pain persists or worsens then x rays of the area would be required to rule out a fracture.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Let me know if you have any query

Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.

For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below

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Dr. M.S. Khalil
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What Causes Swollen Ankle And Pain In The Heel?

Brief Answer: Ankle sprain Detailed Answer: Hello and Welcome I appreciate your concern Based on your description, it appears to be an ankle sprain. Yes, you can use NSAIDs like meloxicam or diclofenac to help with the pain and inflammation. An ankle splint should be worn to help keep the area safe from unnecessary mobility. If the pain persists or worsens then x rays of the area would be required to rule out a fracture. Wishing you best of health Thanks Let me know if you have any query Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action. For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107 Dr. M.S. Khalil