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What Are The Possible Treatments For An Fractured Ankle?

i can't figure out if my ankle is fractured or not. i rolled it about a month ago and have not been to the doctor because i m scared that it will be fractured and i will need surgery……..can you give me an idea on the recovery time and should i go to the doctor?
Wed, 12 Mar 2014
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Are you able to walk around?How is range of movement at ankle?How much is the sweelling? If you have minimal swelling with near normal range of movement and able to move around,then nothing nuch to worry about.Having said that,still have doubt go to the doctor and have xray.
Take care and i shall be glad to help you further.
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What Are The Possible Treatments For An Fractured Ankle?

Hi Are you able to walk around?How is range of movement at ankle?How much is the sweelling? If you have minimal swelling with near normal range of movement and able to move around,then nothing nuch to worry about.Having said that,still have doubt go to the doctor and have xray. Take care and i shall be glad to help you further.