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What Causes Recurring Sharp Pain In The Ankle?

I have a sporadic, recurring sharp pain in one ankle. It comes on suddenly, in exact same spot (outside front right ankle) and lasts for approx. 30-60 seconds each time. Sharp, needle-like pain, then goes away. Has varied from several times in one hour to only 3-4 times per day... for last 4 days. What could be causing this?
posted on Tue, 15 Nov 2016
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Hello,

Sporadic, recurring sharp pain in one ankle could be due to possible osteoarthritis. I advise to run an X-ray of the ankle joint to rule that out.

Discuss this further with orthopedic specialist first.

Hope this helps.
Dr.Albana Sejdini
General&Family Physician
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What Causes Recurring Sharp Pain In The Ankle?

Hello, Sporadic, recurring sharp pain in one ankle could be due to possible osteoarthritis. I advise to run an X-ray of the ankle joint to rule that out. Discuss this further with orthopedic specialist first. Hope this helps. Dr.Albana Sejdini General&Family Physician