Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Can A Sprained Ankle Cause A Blood Clot In The Leg?
Question: Can a sprain ankle cause a blood clot in leg
Ankle is a little swollen whole leg is bothering me now hurts to walk and coming down stairs
Ankle is a little swollen whole leg is bothering me now hurts to walk and coming down stairs
Brief Answer:
Sprain is less likely to cause a blood clot.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
A sprain in the ankle is not likely to cause a blood clot in the leg unless you have rested for too long time without any leg exercise. The pain in whole leg and swelling can be due to a bone injury, tendon injury or a hematoma formation. This needs a direct examination and a few investigations like X-ray or MRI scan to find out the cause. Till then avoid all painful activities and use an elastic ankle brace for support to the area.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Sprain is less likely to cause a blood clot.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
A sprain in the ankle is not likely to cause a blood clot in the leg unless you have rested for too long time without any leg exercise. The pain in whole leg and swelling can be due to a bone injury, tendon injury or a hematoma formation. This needs a direct examination and a few investigations like X-ray or MRI scan to find out the cause. Till then avoid all painful activities and use an elastic ankle brace for support to the area.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
