How to treat the swollen ankle?
Patient: 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. Doctor: Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.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 , drain hematoma , prescribe anti inflammatory , muscle relaxant .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,Dr. Harry Maheshwari