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I have a sharp intermittant stinging pain on the outside of my left ankle what could be the cause ?
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Get a diagnosis...: There are a number of things that can cause pain in the ankles. This is a very nonspecific symptom. A few possibilities are fracture, nerve pain, sprain and tendon problems. I recommend that someone pain in these areas should be seen by orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon for a definitive diagnosis so that appropriate treatment can be started. You can find one in your area at www.Aofas.Org.
Answered 6/22/2018
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A few things: This can be caused by an ankle sprain/instability, arthritis, tendinitis, [sural] nerve entrapment among other reasons. See a podiatrist or orthopedist for a diagnosis and proper care.
Answered 4/11/2017
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