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Sometimes i get a pain in my ankle that hurts so bad i can't walk but then will go away...what is it?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Need evaluation: Various things can cause ankle pain like bone spur, tendionitis, prior injuries and, strain.

Answered 8/30/2013

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Dr. Ipe Kalathoor answered

Gout: Severe pain coming on very fast and going away completely a day or two after without any residual could be gout.

Answered 8/30/2013

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A member asked:

Sometimes i get a pain in my ankle that hurts so bad i can't walk but then will go away...what is it?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr. Ipe Kalathoor answered

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