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In 1998 i had a biomalleolar. in may 2017 i had a calcium deposit removed from the middle in between both joints. almost a year later my achilles tendon is popping, hurting swelling can't walk for long periods sometimes i feel pain going up my calf.

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Dr. Donald Colantino
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
Tendonitis: Chronic Achilles tendonitis can do this. The tendon may also be partially torn. An orthopedic surgeon would be best to evaluate,advise and treat you.Wearing an appliance and/or physical therapy may be ordered. An mri may be recommended for accurate diagnosis.
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