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What Causes Swelling And Bruising On Ankle After An Injury?
Question: I rolled my ankle 2 wks ago. Had initial swelling & brusing. Followed RICE method. Can move toes, bear weight. Brusing is bad.
Brief Answer:
Soft tissue injury.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The bruising is due to hematoma formation due to a soft tissue injury in the area. Since you are able to bear weight any bony injury is not likely.
Keep the foot elevated on two pillows while resting.
Get some mild pain killers prescribed from your doctor. Using an elastic bandage will also help in an early healing.
In case the swelling increases - not bruising and there is sudden acute pain then do consult an orthopedician to rule out a bone injury or an infection in the area.
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
Soft tissue injury.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The bruising is due to hematoma formation due to a soft tissue injury in the area. Since you are able to bear weight any bony injury is not likely.
Keep the foot elevated on two pillows while resting.
Get some mild pain killers prescribed from your doctor. Using an elastic bandage will also help in an early healing.
In case the swelling increases - not bruising and there is sudden acute pain then do consult an orthopedician to rule out a bone injury or an infection in the area.
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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