Hi , I just had an injury while playing football when one of my buddies kicked on area above the shin on tuesday. Now the pain has reduced but my ankle started swelling . Kindly let me know whether should i be concerned as am appling pain balms and applying heat therapy.
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling in ankle. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like peripheral neuropathy, hypertension, gout, kidney disease, DVT or venous insufficiency. But in your case the symptoms are probably due to fracture, hematoma or soft tissue injury. I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination. Doctor may order CT scan or x-ray along with blood test and urine test. Doctor may give plaster , recommend physical therapy, Chat Doctor. For now keep your legs in hot water tub with Epsom salt for 15 minutes daily and keep your legs elevated while lying down. Doctor may also prescribe allopurinol. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,