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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In Ankle After An Injury
Hi, I hit my shin very had on Saturday, today I have had alot of brusing spreading around my leg and when I took my socks off for a shower I noticed my ankle is very swollen with more bring around the Base of my foot. Tho my ankle dose not hurt but my shin is very painfull and tender. Should I get this looked at?
Wed, 27 Jul 2016
Hello thank you for writing us here.
It's most probably a sprain. I would suggest you to put a warm bandage on the affected area with diclophenac sodium gel. It would help in proper recovery and also make sure you don't put a lot of strain while walking or doing any physical activity.
You can use painkillers of your choice if its too tender. Ibuprofen or paracetamol would do good. You'll be alright in couple of weeks.
God bless you.
Best regards,
Dr Gunjan
It's most probably a sprain. I would suggest you to put a warm bandage on the affected area with diclophenac sodium gel. It would help in proper recovery and also make sure you don't put a lot of strain while walking or doing any physical activity.
You can use painkillers of your choice if its too tender. Ibuprofen or paracetamol would do good. You'll be alright in couple of weeks.
God bless you.
Best regards,
Dr Gunjan
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