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I've had this problem for a while but sometimes get a dull ache in my ankle/leg randomly every now and then it's always the same spot not too painful and more at night could it be cancerous potentially if. not what could it be?

Q: i've had this problem for a while but sometimes get a dull ache in my ankle/leg randomly every now and then it's always the same spot not too painful and more at night could it be cancerous potentially if. not what could it be?

: You should have your doctor evaluate this. There is no way to diagnose what this discomfort is from without having it evaluated by your doctor. It is likely a musculoskeletal issue but you should have your doctor evaluate it so that it can be diagnosed and treated, if needed. Good luck!

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You should have your doctor evaluate this. There is no way to diagnose what this discomfort is from without having it evaluated by your doctor. It is likely a musculoskeletal issue but you should have your doctor evaluate it so that it can be diagnosed and treated, if needed. Good luck!

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

Answered 7/17/2023

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A member asked:

I've had this problem for a while but sometimes get a dull ache in my ankle/leg randomly every now and then it's always the same spot not too painful and more at night could it be cancerous potentially if. not what could it be?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

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