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My dad fell in bathroom and got a sprain on his ankle , it's swelled very much can't take to a doctor coz he is unable to walk .. Did few home remedies.. Please help with any tablet or ointiment.
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Apply ice full rest Leg in elevation Use crub bandage for compression
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