Hi Erica
Is it your running shoes?
Do you need new ones? They say that your shoes make all the difference!
Have you upped you mileage recently or are you new to running?
When I recently increased my mileage about two months ago, I got pains, not aches, around my ankles and knees. It wasn't too bad whilst running, I just knew it was there, it hurt the next day but not so bad that I couldn't walk, run or do other training and then it would go away after a day or two. Now I don't get any problems. A pal of mine said it was probably because I increased my mileage too quickly and it was just my legs getting used this increased number of miles!
Sorry that I can't help you further, I'm not that experienced or good a runner to be of any use to you but these were just some thoughts....but if it really hurts and it's persistent, it must be your body telling you to stop and then I suppose you should seek professional help!
T'ra
Angela