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Last few days i wake up with my left ankle in pain. day before i walked golf course. day before that i walk alot at work as fedex driver. ?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Varies: Many possibilities, among the two most common would be either an aggravation of underlying arthritis by your increased walking or a tendinitis/overuse syndrome. Don't hesitate to be seen if it does not get better.

Answered 10/14/2014

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