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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Ankles

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Posted on Mon, 22 Sep 2014
Question: Hello my daughter has twisted her ankle. There is no bruising but she has a swollen area almost like a knot on the outside of her ankle. She cannot bear any weight on it she says it is too painful. I have her lying down with it elevated and have ice packs applied. My question is should I take her to the er now as it is midnight or let her rest and go in the morning. Thanks
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Answered by Dr. Muhammed Aslam (40 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Take some analgesic and go next morning

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,welcome to HCM

Most probably she might have got some ligament tear.
This can be managed with analgesics and local rest for a few days.Sometimes,depending on the condition,this may also need splinting of the joint for a few days.
Anyhow,we have to rule out any minor bone injury also with the help of an x ray.Your doctor will guide you in this.This not an emergency situation.Just take some analgesics like ibuprofen or mefanamic acid (tylenol is unlikely to help such pain),keep the limb in an elevated position,and continue ice pack application.You can see your doctor next morning.Try to immobilize the joint as far as possible.

Hope I have answered your query.
Wishing for a faster cure.
Thank you.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Ankles

Brief Answer: Take some analgesic and go next morning Detailed Answer: Hello dear,welcome to HCM Most probably she might have got some ligament tear. This can be managed with analgesics and local rest for a few days.Sometimes,depending on the condition,this may also need splinting of the joint for a few days. Anyhow,we have to rule out any minor bone injury also with the help of an x ray.Your doctor will guide you in this.This not an emergency situation.Just take some analgesics like ibuprofen or mefanamic acid (tylenol is unlikely to help such pain),keep the limb in an elevated position,and continue ice pack application.You can see your doctor next morning.Try to immobilize the joint as far as possible. Hope I have answered your query. Wishing for a faster cure. Thank you.