I had surgery to repair my ankle ligament and tendons in july 2020. about a week ago i woke up with pain in my tendons around my ankle and it has not gone away. what could this mean? should i go back and see my surgeon?

I would definitely consider going back to the surgeon if you have had no problems with the ankle post op. You need to think back as to the possible cause for the pain. Did you over do it with activity? Did you try a new activity? Excessive standing or walking? With the pain was there any swelling or discoloration ? NSAID or contrast bath to help heal soft tissue. Strengthening is very important