What Causes Stabbing Pain In The Ankle While Walking?

Posted on Sat, 8 Apr 2017

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Question : At 4 am this morning I was waked up with a sever shooting pain in my outside left ankle about every minute and 4 hours the pain is still stabbing me every minute... it feels like a hornet sting...it makes me jump with pain. No bruises-no injury-no swelling. wassup?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Gopal (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Could be radiating pain probably from back.

Detailed Answer:
Hi , I am Dr Gopal Goel Orthopedic Surgeon.
I have read the description of pain. With this description it does not appear to be local pain but seems like coming probably from Lumbar spine .I suggest you take Painkillers , muscle relaxant and complete rest for a day or two.
If possible let me know: Any pain in the back, any numbness in leg , any burning sensation, and if the pain increases on coughing. In case there is no improvement , you may have to visit ER.
Thanx for the question. Please feel free to ask any further question.

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