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What Causes Ankle Pain In Kids?

My 3 year old tripped running yesterday and all day today and yesterday has been crying and complaining of her right heel hurting I havent noticed any swelling but she's not putting a lot of pressure on it and is limping...what could it be and should I take her to doctor and have it looked out with her only being 3?
Tue, 16 Dec 2014
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Sine you have mentioned that you have not noticed any swelling over her ankle,there is nothing to worry about.quite likely that your 3 yr old must have sprained her anklebut that shouldn't worry you much.i would suggest that you apply Brufen gel locally over her ankle s that she has relief in pain and then apply a crepe bandage over her ankle.make sure you dont apply it too tight over the ankle,and watch for any swelling or redness which she develops.if she does,seek medical attention immediately.allow her to rest her ankle ,dont strain by walking.She should be okay in a day or two.Hope this was helpful.
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Dr.Radhika
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What Causes Ankle Pain In Kids?

Thank you for your question on HCM. Sine you have mentioned that you have not noticed any swelling over her ankle,there is nothing to worry about.quite likely that your 3 yr old must have sprained her anklebut that shouldn t worry you much.i would suggest that you apply Brufen gel locally over her ankle s that she has relief in pain and then apply a crepe bandage over her ankle.make sure you dont apply it too tight over the ankle,and watch for any swelling or redness which she develops.if she does,seek medical attention immediately.allow her to rest her ankle ,dont strain by walking.She should be okay in a day or two.Hope this was helpful. regards, Dr.Radhika