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What Causes Cold And Numb Feet After Twisting Ankle?

I twisted my ankle 2 weeks ago. It is still hurting and swollen. Today my foot feeling cold and my toes are feeling numb. I haven t been able to go to the doctor. Is this a sign of a sprain or fracture?What should I do about the numbness and cold feeling in the foot?
Tue, 23 Sep 2014
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Hello,Thanks for your query.After going through your query I came to know that you twisted your ankle 2 weeks ago.Your foot is feeling cold and your toes are feeling numb.This can be due to swelling of ankle presses the blood vessels and nerves passing nearby thereby foot is feeling cold and your toes are feeling numb .Keep limb elevated to reduce swelling.You can take antiinflamatory drugs such as diclofenac to reduce swelling. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care.
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What Causes Cold And Numb Feet After Twisting Ankle?

Hello,Thanks for your query.After going through your query I came to know that you twisted your ankle 2 weeks ago.Your foot is feeling cold and your toes are feeling numb.This can be due to swelling of ankle presses the blood vessels and nerves passing nearby thereby foot is feeling cold and your toes are feeling numb .Keep limb elevated to reduce swelling.You can take antiinflamatory drugs such as diclofenac to reduce swelling. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care.