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Why Do I Have Pain In Ankle Post An Injury Long Time Ago?

i injured my ankle three years ago.I had surgery to repair ankle two years ago.one year ago i had surgery to remove hard ware.i have had the same burning crawling throbin paing,jabbing.stabbing pain.iam now going to see a neuro surgeon for his advise.i am on the right track will they be able to help mr
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.

I suspect that the most possible cause in your case is complex regional pain syndrome which commonly develops after an injury or surgery in the leg.

There is no single test to confirm the diagnosis of this condition. A series of investigations like Bone scan, xrays, MRI and few nervous system tests are necessary to confirm the diagnosis.

A detailed clinical examination by your family physician is necessary to establish the correct diagnosis and further management.

Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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Why Do I Have Pain In Ankle Post An Injury Long Time Ago?

Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. I suspect that the most possible cause in your case is complex regional pain syndrome which commonly develops after an injury or surgery in the leg. There is no single test to confirm the diagnosis of this condition. A series of investigations like Bone scan, xrays, MRI and few nervous system tests are necessary to confirm the diagnosis. A detailed clinical examination by your family physician is necessary to establish the correct diagnosis and further management. Hope this information is helpful. Good day