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What Causes Pain And Swelling On The Left Foot And Ankle?
I have had a sudden onset of pain and swelling on top favoring the outside of my left foot near the ankle. Felt a pop in that area a few days ago and it has gotten progressively worse. there is localized swelling. it hurts worse when I push off with that foot when walking
Fri, 27 Apr 2018
Hello,
Maybe there is a definite ligament injury due to the unnoticed trivial trauma. Kindly get an x-ray done to rule out a hairline fracture.
If it is just a tendonitis or ligament tear, then give rest to your left foot, take antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medicines. A judicious use of painkillers might also be necessary if the pain is more.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Archana
Maybe there is a definite ligament injury due to the unnoticed trivial trauma. Kindly get an x-ray done to rule out a hairline fracture.
If it is just a tendonitis or ligament tear, then give rest to your left foot, take antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medicines. A judicious use of painkillers might also be necessary if the pain is more.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Archana
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