I had a consult with a new pain management doctor and when he examined me, he touched the front of my ankle and to my surprise, it hurt. He went on to say that neuropathy can cause swelling. I didn't realize that my ankle was swollen, but it was. Anyway, he wasn't a bit surprised by it and I should have thought to ask for more info, but I was somewhat distracted and trying to focus on why I was there. FWIW.