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Fell A Few Times Of Ankle Causing Sprain, Incident Of Ankle Cracking, Later Extreme Swelling And Numbness. Help?

hi, I ve went over on my right ankle a few times now. Last weekend I went over and I think I just sprained it. I was in my friend s trying to fix her sink last night and the floor was wet. I tried to stand up onto the already sore right foot , I slipped and heard my ankle crack. Immediately I started screaming due to pain. I could not move off the kitchen floor. It took me a while to get my shoe and sock off due to pain. When i did about 20 minutes later my foot was extremely swollen and numb. I was able to walk on it out to my friend s car but it felt weird and flappy more than sore. It s still numb, sore and uncomfortable the next day. Can you help?
Wed, 31 Oct 2012
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.

It might be soft tissue injury, ligament injury or fracture.

Without X-ray, it is difficult to differentiate a fracture from others. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance.

In the interim, ice the affected area and take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation. Avoid putting weight and rest well.

Let me know if you have any more concerns.

Regards.
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Fell A Few Times Of Ankle Causing Sprain, Incident Of Ankle Cracking, Later Extreme Swelling And Numbness. Help?

Hello, Thanks for posting your query. It might be soft tissue injury, ligament injury or fracture. Without X-ray, it is difficult to differentiate a fracture from others. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance. In the interim, ice the affected area and take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation. Avoid putting weight and rest well. Let me know if you have any more concerns. Regards.