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Ankle sprain
I fell down 2 days before and i was on high heels so my ankle got twisted. I got xray done but it was normal. But its been 2 days and lot of pain and swelling is der. I am unable to put little weight also on that leg and so i am facing difficulty in walking . It hurts during walking. Currently i am only one pain killer. I would like to know that should i wait for the pain to subside or get another checkup done. ??
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Initial treatment would be
Rest
Ice packs
Compression
Elevation
Next Steps
If pain persists consult an Orthopod
Health Tips
You may need to immobilise for Comp later healing
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