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What Causes Pain In The Ankles?

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Posted on Sat, 27 Aug 2016
Question: i have pain in my ankles
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Answered by Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Using OTC analgesics may help

Detailed Answer:
Hi! Welcome to health care magic! Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible. First of all, it is sad to know what you had gone through. Based on the short history of ankle pains the causes can be multiple. It would have been more appreciable if you had shared your age and relevant history. To start with you can use OTC analgesics like acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If it persists getting Xrays and blood work up for uric acid levels and ESR might be needed. Hope this has answered your query, if you have any more questions, feel free to ask. Regards.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin

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What Causes Pain In The Ankles?

Brief Answer: Using OTC analgesics may help Detailed Answer: Hi! Welcome to health care magic! Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible. First of all, it is sad to know what you had gone through. Based on the short history of ankle pains the causes can be multiple. It would have been more appreciable if you had shared your age and relevant history. To start with you can use OTC analgesics like acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If it persists getting Xrays and blood work up for uric acid levels and ESR might be needed. Hope this has answered your query, if you have any more questions, feel free to ask. Regards.