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I have a swollen painful ankle. what could be wrong and how can i treat it?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Too little info.: Before any effective treatment can be started, a more detailed history and description of the ankle are needed. You must include considerations such as trauma, time of onset, medications and activity levels. Contact a physician to help with the treatment options.

Answered 7/31/2018

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