Question 1

what could cause a sharp pain on the outside of my ankle that comes and goes?

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Several things: You could have a mild sprain that when stressed hurts. You could have an inpingment of the peroneal nerve,.

Question 2

what causes sharp pain at the back of my ankle? the pain comes and goes and when i have the pain it hurts so bad i can't walk on it. its not swollen

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Achilles tendinitis : The most likely cause for this type of pain is what is called achilles tendinitis. This is a small tear of the achilles' tendon or inflammation around the tendon. Some simple ways to prevent this is to do some stretching exercises. You could also benefit from a custom orthotic. I would recommend seeing your foot and ankle specialist such as a podiatrist or orthopedist to prevent further injury.

Question 3

what could cause a sharp pain at the top of left leg, right  at the crease.. it comes and goes and does not last long but it very sharp.

Accepted Answer

Nerve irritation: Nerve irritation pain is very sharp and the nerve root irritation usually is in the back even though it is felt only in the leg.  Other symptoms of nerve irritation are numbness, pins and needles and shooting pains.  Muscle problems related to nerve irritation is usually that of stiffness, tightness, aching with muscle tenderness.  Please consult with your family dr..

Question 4

hi,

i have a sharp pain right in the middle of my left foot,it comes and goes?

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Neuroma?: if no recent injury happened then it is possible that you may be experiencing a Neuroma or Neuroma-Type pain and should be tested or examined by a Specialist

Question 5

female. sharp pain in upper right groin abt 2-3 inches above leg crease. comes and goes quickly. hurts for 2 seconds then gone.

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Need more info: Is it random or is there something you do that faithfully will cause the pain? Bend? Cough? Is the area tender to the touch? Can you put your finger right on the spot and cause increased pain? Or is it an internal pain that is difficult to localize. Does it feel like a muscle ache? And electric shock? A burning? Is there a lump in the area? Any other symptoms? Nausea ? Gi cramps? Any recent trauma.

Question 6

i do a lot of walking and standing where i work, today, very suddenly i started having extremely sharp pain in the bottom outside part of my left foot. this pain comes and goes; however, i can be laying on the couch and all of a sudden it feels like someo

Accepted Answer

Sounds nerve related: A inflammed or entrapped nerve is the most likely reason since pain comes and goes and is symptomatic even when off of feet. If it persists, see podiiatrist.

Question 7

i have a sharp pain that starts on the inner side of my foot and it shoots up leg. the pain comes and goes in episodes. what is causing this?

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Needs to be seen.: It's better to be seen, examined to be more accurate. Radiating pain from foot to leg is most commonly caused by a nerve stimulated by  inflammation or external pressure. Probbly an x ray will be needed besides a good examination.

Question 8

sharp pain on the leg i have been feeling this sharp pain coming from the leg bone, starts at the bottom and then goes up, comes and goes even in my sleep. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

This : This type of sharp, shooting pain is characteristic of sciatic nerve pain. This pain can subside over time and with massage. However if it persists, do see a doctor. Sharp, shooting pains are typically associated with sustained pressure to the nerves or a herniated disk.

Question 9

hi doc. i'm a 26 year old female. have no history of injury. i recently started getting this sharp pain originating behind my knee and radiating down to my leg. no swelling, warmth, redness or tenderness behind the knee. it comes and goes without warning

Accepted Answer

Plantaris muscle : The plantaris muscle  starts just above the back of your knee and goes down to your Achilles tendon at the heel. It is right in the middle of your calf. It doesn't stretch well. If overstretched It could give symptoms similar to what you described. Stretching the calf muscles by letting heels drop with balls of feet on a step usually helps.

Question 10

sharp pain in ankle while getting down/up in stairs?

Accepted Answer

My aching Ankle.: This could be any one of several problems. Pain deep in the ankle with weight bearing is of most concern. You would be best advised to have your ankle examined and x-rays taken to get to the root cause. This can only get worse without treatment.

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What causes sharp pain at the back of my ankle? the pain comes and goes and when i have the pain it hurts so bad i can't walk on it. its not swollen

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What could cause a sharp pain at the top of left leg, right at the crease.. it comes and goes and does not last long but it very sharp.

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Hi, i have a sharp pain right in the middle of my left foot,it comes and goes?

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Female. sharp pain in upper right groin abt 2-3 inches above leg crease. comes and goes quickly. hurts for 2 seconds then gone.

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I do a lot of walking and standing where i work, today, very suddenly i started having extremely sharp pain in the bottom outside part of my left foot. this pain comes and goes; however, i can be laying on the couch and all of a sudden it feels like someo

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I have a sharp pain that starts on the inner side of my foot and it shoots up leg. the pain comes and goes in episodes. what is causing this?

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Sharp pain on the leg i have been feeling this sharp pain coming from the leg bone, starts at the bottom and then goes up, comes and goes even in my sleep. what could this be?

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Hi doc. i'm a 26 year old female. have no history of injury. i recently started getting this sharp pain originating behind my knee and radiating down to my leg. no swelling, warmth, redness or tenderness behind the knee. it comes and goes without warning

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Sharp pain in ankle while getting down/up in stairs?

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