What are the symptoms of an ankle sprain? You may have a sprained ankle if you notice the following symptoms in the ankle: swelling tenderness bruising pain inability to put weight on the affected ankle skin discoloration stiffness The ankle can sustain many different types of injuries. It’s important to see your doctor when you’re experiencing problems with your ankle. Your doctor can determine whether the injury is a sprain or something more severe. DR GIRISH MOTWANI