I am a 22 year old man, every time I would play basketball, my inner ankle hurts after every game and hurts a whole lot when I wake up the next day. Swelling around the bone and under it. This is something I have never experienced before. I also gained weight and have not played basketball for a year. Is it because of sudden physical activity again with added weight? And how do I treat it quickly?

Yes may be you are having sprain .try to stretch the muscles and do some strength exercise too.  

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Cold compresses can help reduce swelling in the area. Cooling also helps to numb sharp pain. Apply an ice pack for up to 20 minutes, up to five times a day. Use a frozen gel pack, ice cubes in a plastic bag, or a bag of frozen peas. Wrap the cold pack in a soft towel. Do not apply a cold pack directly to skin. Heat therapy Heat helps to relax tense muscles and soothe a stiff area. It can help with muscle pain and bonny pain. Use a heated gel pack, heating pad or a hot water bottle. 

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