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What Causes Swelling And Inflammation In Ankle Upon Exertion?
I am a 67 year old male, retired from the Marine Corp and law enforcement and have been overseas for the past 12 years. I run and do weights daily, and for about the past six months have been having leg and tendon issues (soreness and strains). 50 years ago I had a severe ankle sprain in my left ankle. I have been a runner in the Marine Corps and since retirement. About 20 years ago I developed arthritis in both knees. I also have vericose veins in my left leg. Recently I was on a treadmill and at about the mile and a half point my left ankle became enflamed, swelled and discolored with the same pain as in a sprain. Is this just something that comes with age, or can a person develop a sprained ankle while running?
Fri, 6 May 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling and inflammation in ankle upon exertion . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like gout , arthritis , muscle spasm , over weight or soft tissue injury . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan , MRI , blood test , urine test and physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory and recommend physical therapy . For now take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain , keep your leg elevated while sleeping ,and lower your salt consumption. Keep your foot in hot water tub with espom salt .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling and inflammation in ankle upon exertion . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like gout , arthritis , muscle spasm , over weight or soft tissue injury . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan , MRI , blood test , urine test and physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory and recommend physical therapy . For now take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain , keep your leg elevated while sleeping ,and lower your salt consumption. Keep your foot in hot water tub with espom salt .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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