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How Can Pain And Swelling In The Ankle Be Treated?

I have noticed swollen in my ankles and lower leg area over the past two weeks, it’s getting worse. I feel I have injuriedbthe tendon on the outside of my left ankle and the Achilles’ tendon on my right ankle, what can I do to help cure my pain and swelling?
Sat, 8 Sep 2018
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Hi,

It can be a sprain or contusion. As a first line of management you can apply ice packs and take analgesics like acetaminophen tramadol for painrelief.

Generally the symptoms will settle by itself in couple of days. If pain and swelling persist, you can consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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How Can Pain And Swelling In The Ankle Be Treated?

Hi, It can be a sprain or contusion. As a first line of management you can apply ice packs and take analgesics like acetaminophen tramadol for painrelief. Generally the symptoms will settle by itself in couple of days. If pain and swelling persist, you can consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.