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2023-03-01 15:54:22
My father complains of ankle pain. He feels really uncomfortable while walking. Kindly suggest. Thank you
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If he feels like his ankle is unstable or will give way , its better not to walk on the affected side..Use a walking support.. Apply crepe bandage, ice fomentation and keep his leg elevated..

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Do ice packs, take over the counter painkillers like crocin for 3 days. If still pain visit an orthopaedic surgeon.

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Make sure whether this is knee pain. Anyway you must consult an orthopedic surgeon.
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you should consult a senior ortho surgeon like me. I am an ortho surgeon of about 32yrs seniority.
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you should get the consultation at the earliest.

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Get X-ray and blood Uric acid done Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospital retired Chandigarh(U.T)

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Get an x-ray done - ankle ap, lateral view.
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use an ankle binder in case of instability.
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Also elaborate comorbidity if any.

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