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Ankle pain outside of leg two inches up?

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Possible: Stress fracture to fibula or high ankle sprain. Get x-ray to diagnosis.

Dr Hirsch agreed

Answered 9/6/2013

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Peroneal tendonopath: Is a possibility, but would need an exam for confirmation.

Answered 9/8/2013

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