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Got swell at the ankle after fall

2020-03-21 21:08:42
While walking, slipped suddenly and now my ankle got twisted and swollen. Please help what needs to be done
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Kindly go to a near by hospital emergency room. There may be boney injury. You should be treated accordingly.

Answered2020-03-29 10:19:28

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Rest Immobilize Cold fomentation Elevation X-ray to Riley any fracture
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avoid weight bearing

Answered2020-03-25 12:59:04

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If you can’t walk and pain over any bony parts need x ray. Consult orthopaedic doctor in person near by - he will let you know - need for X-rays. If it is only ligament injury and inversion or eversion of ankle. Elevation ice- it will take up to six weeks to heal.

Answered2020-03-23 00:30:58

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Do local iceing Do rest ...
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chat of personally for more details thanks

Answered2020-03-22 03:45:41

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Get X-rays first to look for any fracture. If nothing probably might require casting
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LATER MRI TO ELVALUATE LIGAMENT STATUS

Answered2020-04-22 11:43:43

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Get your ankle X-ray first. If there is no fracture,You may need to brace it. You also need some analgesics to relieve pain . Meet your doctor first.

Answered2020-03-22 11:28:19

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If you are able to walk with pain It could be an ankle sprain Rest elevation and cold packs will help
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If not able to walk , will need an X Ray to r/o fracture

Answered2020-03-22 04:22:29

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Could be ACUTE ANKLE SPRAIN Are you able to walk around with your affected foot down ?
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Relative Rest Ice packs locally crepe bandage elevation of the leg over a pillow
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can take meds for swelling and pain they will help you get over this phase do get an x ray once the situation calms down to rule out a bony injury

Answered2020-03-22 04:00:23

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