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Suggest Treatment For Bruising And Swelling In The Foot And Ankle After Injury
Question: Hi I banged the top of my foot on the corner of metal bedframe 4 days ago. Noticed swelling next day. Day 3 dark bruising and concerning swelling of whole foot and ankle. Finally, today notice a small hard lump at point of contact. Taking advil 400 mg 1 time day, icing 15 min 3 x day. Have to fly to eat coast on sat July 30th. Far from healed. What more can I do, and how is comppression helpful. Thank you much
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Brief Answer:
seems you have injured a bone
Detailed Answer:
Hi Ms XXXX
Hope this message finds you in good health.
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.
I generally see many cases like this at my clinic and generally found out that most of them have some sort of fracture underneath.We give them ice packs,rest,analgesics,compression bandage and rest for 5 days, and if necessary get an xray done.
In your case,you definatley have injured either your bone or ligaments to some extent.It will be ideal if you get an xray done and find out the exact cause.If its fractured ,it needs plaster splint application and rest,with non weight bearing for 3 -4 weeks.
But i feel you need to travel in 4 days or so.If its not possible to get an xray immediately, apply a compression bandage,avoid full weight bearing, keep the limb elevated on a pillow as far as possible.
Take analgesics,anti inflammatory drugs, continue ice packing.Avoid hot fomentation,it may increase the swelling.
You should eventually get back to normal in coming few days.Nothing to worry about, as long as i am there to help you.
I hope your question has been answered.
If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime.
Thanks,Take care,God bless. Wish you a healthy life : )
seems you have injured a bone
Detailed Answer:
Hi Ms XXXX
Hope this message finds you in good health.
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.
I generally see many cases like this at my clinic and generally found out that most of them have some sort of fracture underneath.We give them ice packs,rest,analgesics,compression bandage and rest for 5 days, and if necessary get an xray done.
In your case,you definatley have injured either your bone or ligaments to some extent.It will be ideal if you get an xray done and find out the exact cause.If its fractured ,it needs plaster splint application and rest,with non weight bearing for 3 -4 weeks.
But i feel you need to travel in 4 days or so.If its not possible to get an xray immediately, apply a compression bandage,avoid full weight bearing, keep the limb elevated on a pillow as far as possible.
Take analgesics,anti inflammatory drugs, continue ice packing.Avoid hot fomentation,it may increase the swelling.
You should eventually get back to normal in coming few days.Nothing to worry about, as long as i am there to help you.
I hope your question has been answered.
If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime.
Thanks,Take care,God bless. Wish you a healthy life : )
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Priyanka G Raj
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