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Suggest Remedies For Ankle Injury In A Diabetic Patient
my husband is 68 yr with history of cabg and Diabetes 2. He injured his Left outer ankle tonight just by putting his weight on it. I wrapped it in ice and compression wrap and elevated on pillows. what else should I do? Is this appropriate treatment?
Tue, 6 Sep 2016
hi, your husband most possibly has suffered an ankle sprain. Management includes - rest, ice, leg elevation and simple painkillers. Avoid weight bearing on the affected foot for a couple of days. The swelling and pain should subside within 5 days. If swellin or pain persists after 5 days please consult your doctor.
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