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Swelling in ankle
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My mother is having pain and swelling in her ankle, we wish to know which doctor to seek help and what is the problem
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Swelling over lateral aspects of ankle..Any history of twisted injury?
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Orthopaedic consultation
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Limb elevation
Ice pack application
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Consult me on Practo after getting X-ray of left foot with ankle AP, lateral and oblique views.
There is swelling present on the lateral malleolus,
Start using ankle binder, ice pack application, analgesics, rest and limb elevation over 2 pillows
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You can consult me for further assistance.
I am an orthopaedic surgeon.
It might require an X-ray and few blood investigations.
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