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Hello - I Hurt My Ankle And I'm Not Sure
Question: Hello - I hurt my ankle and I'm not sure if it is just sprained or something more serious. A week later it is still quite swollen and bruised. not sore to walk on all the time.
Brief Answer:
Do a xray. Use antinflamatory drugs such advil or naproxen for pain.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think it would be better if you do a x-ray of the ankle to see its conditions because you may be having any broken or cracked bones.
Also you may be having hurt and injured tendons.
You should use antinflamatory drugs such advil or naproxen for pain and swelling.
Keep it elevated and in rest as much as possible. Continue to use ice.
Avoid long walks and staying on feet for long.
Using a bandage or cast to keep it immobilised.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Do a xray. Use antinflamatory drugs such advil or naproxen for pain.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
I think it would be better if you do a x-ray of the ankle to see its conditions because you may be having any broken or cracked bones.
Also you may be having hurt and injured tendons.
You should use antinflamatory drugs such advil or naproxen for pain and swelling.
Keep it elevated and in rest as much as possible. Continue to use ice.
Avoid long walks and staying on feet for long.
Using a bandage or cast to keep it immobilised.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Nagamani Ng
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