What Causes A Golf Ball Sized Swelling On The Foot Post An Injury?

Posted on Mon, 15 Feb 2016

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Question : Hi
Something heavy fell on my foot from about 4.5 feet. It's on the right side of my foot near the ankle on the outside of my foot. I know have a golf ball sized swelling and discolouration. Thoughts? It hurts to walk on so in walking on my toes.
Thanks

Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
It could be soft tissue injury or fracture .

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query.

It could be soft tissue injury or fracture . Golf ball sized swelling might be due to haematoma formation(collection of blood).
You need an x-ray to rule out any bony injury.
I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance.
Beside icing and elevating it, you can take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.

Take care

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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