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What can cause pain and swelling and brusinig of ankle and shin with no noted injury and dvt already ruled out?

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Arthritis: Osteoarthritis most commonly. Gout ought to be ruled out as well.

Answered 1/30/2012

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Arthritis: Osteoarthritis most commonly. Gout ought to be ruled out as well.

Answered 4/15/2013

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Dr. Tracy Berg answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Compartment syndrome: A shin splint is a mild form of compartment syndrome involving the most vulnerable compartment, or anterior compartment. A shin splint can occur with regular or mild exercise. It will hurt to elevate your foot. Usually shin splints get better in a few days with rest, stop exercise. If the pain persists, you get numbness or have difficulty raising or wiggling your toes, go see your doctor and ask.

Answered 11/6/2014

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