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What Causes Pain And Swelling After Slipping?

My brother slipped while hiking. It did not hurt for a couple of days and then out of nowhere he is unable to put any pressure on his foot and it is swollen. It s been 10 days and our family has a history of gout but we just aren t sure of that s what he has.
Mon, 27 Apr 2020
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Hi,

Get an X-ray done as soon as possible. There is a chance of a sprain or a minor fracture. Although, definitely check your uric acid because of your family history.

Thank you. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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What Causes Pain And Swelling After Slipping?

Hi, Get an X-ray done as soon as possible. There is a chance of a sprain or a minor fracture. Although, definitely check your uric acid because of your family history. Thank you. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon