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What Causes Persistent Swelling And Pain In Ankle?

I hurt my ankle about a month ago I feel on a lemon peel its still hurts and is swollen slightly I have used over the counter pain reliever and soak it in Epsom salt I also wear a ankle brace but it seems to get worse .I can put weight on it but I can't stay on it long witch is. Very difffucult because I work 8-10 hours a day is there anything else I can do or do I need to see a doctor.
Tue, 30 Jun 2015
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Hello dear,

Since the pain and swelling are persistent for over a month, it will be better to consult your Doctor for a proper clinical examination.
The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to musculo-skeletal injury.
X ray of the ankle joint can be done to rule out any fracture or bone chip.

Symptomatic relief can be obtained by application of ice, analgesic & muscle relaxant gel, intake of analgesics like Diclofenac (to be taken after food) + Pantoprazole (to be taken 30 minutes before meals).
Supplements of Calcium & Vitamin D can be included in your diet which will help in strengthening of bones.

There is no need to worry, you will be fine.
Till then, maintain adequate hydration & nutrition status, take proper rest and avoid stress.

Wishing you a Good Health.
Take care.
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What Causes Persistent Swelling And Pain In Ankle?

Hello dear, Since the pain and swelling are persistent for over a month, it will be better to consult your Doctor for a proper clinical examination. The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to musculo-skeletal injury. X ray of the ankle joint can be done to rule out any fracture or bone chip. Symptomatic relief can be obtained by application of ice, analgesic & muscle relaxant gel, intake of analgesics like Diclofenac (to be taken after food) + Pantoprazole (to be taken 30 minutes before meals). Supplements of Calcium & Vitamin D can be included in your diet which will help in strengthening of bones. There is no need to worry, you will be fine. Till then, maintain adequate hydration & nutrition status, take proper rest and avoid stress. Wishing you a Good Health. Take care.