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What Causes Pain In The Lower Leg, Ankle And Heel?

HI, i am a 32 y/o female. this morning when i woke up and stood out of bed, i felt a sudden pain in my lower left leg below my calf level to the left. It is achy at times in my ankle and heel while walking. i feel soreness in my knee as well. i am a cardiac nurse and i have checked for pulses, they are strong and palpable. i am on birth control but have been off for a while.
Fri, 30 Aug 2019
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General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hi,

It must be a muscle strain which can be relived by rest, immobilization with crepe, application of ice and elevation (RICE).

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.

Regards,
Dr. Ajeet Singh, General & Family Physician