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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Ankle While Running?

I was running. I have been training for my army fit test. My left ankle (outside) is slightly swollen and hurts. I have not ran for several days. It is still swollen and I am not able to run. Should I just stay off of it and put ice packages on it? Or go see my physician.
Thu, 28 May 2015
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Hi, the swelling and pain in the ankle is mostly from a lateral ligament sprain as a result of your intensive training.This needs ice and a compression bandage. If not better in a week then have to check it out by an x ray.
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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Ankle While Running?

Hi, the swelling and pain in the ankle is mostly from a lateral ligament sprain as a result of your intensive training.This needs ice and a compression bandage. If not better in a week then have to check it out by an x ray.