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Hello. Fell Off A Sidewalk 3 Days Ago And Hurt
Question: Hello. Fell off a sidewalk 3 days ago and hurt my ankle. it has swollen up but has not bruised. The pain is radiating from my ankle up calf even when resting it. Should I be concerned?
Brief Answer:
Can be bone or tendon injury.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The pain and swelling in the area of ankle can be due to a bone injury or a tendon injury. If you are able to walk and bear weight on the foot without any extensive pain then a bone injury is less likely. But is best to get an X-ray and MRI scan done for proper diagnosis. Till then keep the foot elevated on two pillows and see if it reduces the swelling.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Can be bone or tendon injury.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The pain and swelling in the area of ankle can be due to a bone injury or a tendon injury. If you are able to walk and bear weight on the foot without any extensive pain then a bone injury is less likely. But is best to get an X-ray and MRI scan done for proper diagnosis. Till then keep the foot elevated on two pillows and see if it reduces the swelling.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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