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Painful ankle swelling, what can i take to get the swelling down?
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Get it evaluated: The first step is to determine the cause of the ankle inflammation. See your doctor.
Answered 12/26/2022
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Aleve (naproxen): Or some other antiinflamatory.
Answered 3/29/2013
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