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What could cause pain, bruising and swelling of outer and top of ankle right after running a pain free half marathon?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Sprain: Could have sustained a mild sprain during the marathon that becomes apparent after the marathon

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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Pretty typical: for any inflammation that it takes 12-36 hrs for it to appear/peak. Ice immediately after a KNOWN injury, and heat after 24 hrs. NSAIDS, rest, maybe some light immobilization. without an exam, I can only give general information but these should get much better in 2-5 days.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 6/18/2016

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A member asked:

What could cause pain, bruising and swelling of outer and top of ankle right after running a pain free half marathon?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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