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How To Treat Swollen And Blue Colored Ankle?

My son was playing softball last Sunday and got a hard shot on his leg right below his knee. He s been Icing it down n elevating it. It looked like it was getting better but he played on it yesterday n now it swollen n his ankle is turning black n blue. What do u think he should do?
Mon, 30 Nov 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and blue colored ankle . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like fracture like green stick fracture , soft tissue injury like ligament tear and hematoma . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order x-ray , CT scan and check movements . Doctor may give plaster , immobilize the joint , darin the hematoma , prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory and physicaal therapy . For now give proper rest to joint and apply warm compresses if 48 hours had already passed after injury .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Treat Swollen And Blue Colored Ankle?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and blue colored ankle . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like fracture like green stick fracture , soft tissue injury like ligament tear and hematoma . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order x-ray , CT scan and check movements . Doctor may give plaster , immobilize the joint , darin the hematoma , prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory and physicaal therapy . For now give proper rest to joint and apply warm compresses if 48 hours had already passed after injury . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari