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What Causes Persistent Pain And Swelling In The Sprained Ankle?
Good evening. I sprained my ankle 4 week.ago, it is still fairly sore and swollen. Some days iit is not to bad however the past 2 days it has been quite sore. I work in an office so not on my feet, I never went to see a doctor when this happened I just treated it myself. Do you think I should see a doctor. Thank you
Sat, 15 Oct 2016
Hi welcome to the health care magic
You can have ankle sprain or fracture like condition
Local part x ray should be done
For ankle sprain rest is needed
Ibuprofen given for five days
Ice application and leg raise useful to reduce swelling....
You might need bracing or elastic compression wrap for walking
Walking with crutch advisable
So yes consult orthopedic surgeon for this
Take care
You can have ankle sprain or fracture like condition
Local part x ray should be done
For ankle sprain rest is needed
Ibuprofen given for five days
Ice application and leg raise useful to reduce swelling....
You might need bracing or elastic compression wrap for walking
Walking with crutch advisable
So yes consult orthopedic surgeon for this
Take care
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