Suggest Remedies For Discomfort In The Ankle Post Injury

Posted on Tue, 20 Sep 2016

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Question : twisted my ankle on Saturday morning. Swelling and bruising almost gone but now I have more point specific pain with a cold feeling in my foot. Do i need to see a doctor?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Sharma (11 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No there is no need to see doctor if pain is not there

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have studied your case. There is no need to see a doctor if pain, swelling and bruising is not there. I have following suggestions for you.
1.Hot water fomentation
2.Tablet Advil or Paracetamol if pain is there.
3.Avoid standing for too long time , wear ankle support if you need to walk on uneven ground.
4.In case there is increase in pain or swelling then only you need to see doctor, otherwise I think your injury is healed now.
thanks

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