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What Causes Swollen, Cracked And Scabbed Skin On The Ankle After Injury?

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Posted on Sat, 25 Jul 2015
Question: My husband slipped on the ice and broke his angle 5 months ago. He has limped and it is swollen still. He has a red scabby area where the the skin is cracked and brokered. I am very worried about him, what should he do? Is it serious?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Sudhir Kumar (39 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
X Ray and visit to Orthopedic surgeon will be useful.

Detailed Answer:

Hi
Thanks for your query

I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar

I have gone through your query and understand your concern. As his ankle is still swollen and there is area of broken skin which is still scabed so I think you should get it x Ray and visit an orthopaedic surgeon. He can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Elevation and physiotherapy will be helpful. Icing is helpful. Vitamins B and C help in recovery.

You can discuss with your doctor about it.

Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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What Causes Swollen, Cracked And Scabbed Skin On The Ankle After Injury?

Brief Answer: X Ray and visit to Orthopedic surgeon will be useful. Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for your query I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar I have gone through your query and understand your concern. As his ankle is still swollen and there is area of broken skin which is still scabed so I think you should get it x Ray and visit an orthopaedic surgeon. He can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Elevation and physiotherapy will be helpful. Icing is helpful. Vitamins B and C help in recovery. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.