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My mom had very bad cramps in her ankle during sleeping. similar to a charlie horse. she woke up & her ankle was red &a little swollen. what is wrong?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: If it is red and swollen, I sure would have her seen. Without history of injury, two most common causes are cellulitis, which is an infection of the soft tissue; or an inflammatory condition such as gout. Take her to be seen.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 9/1/2015

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A member asked:

My mom had very bad cramps in her ankle during sleeping. similar to a charlie horse. she woke up & her ankle was red &a little swollen. what is wrong?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Dr Italia agreed

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