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How Can Swelling In The Ankle Due To An Injury Be Treated?

i had fallen of a bike which led to an abrasion which escalated to pus. and swelling. after few days of betadine i put my ankle in hot and cold water releasing the pus. but now there is a white soft membrane on my wound. i am currently applying medosprin and having antibiotics. i have a football match on the 9th, will my wound recover? atleast form a scar ?

posted on Fri, 9 Sep 2016

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General Surgeon, Dr. Shinas Hussain's Response

Hi,

It could be a contusion only.
As of now you can use analgesics/anti inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/seratiopeptdase for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and plan for an X-ray.
Apply icepacks for faster recovery.

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

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician

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How Can Swelling In The Ankle Due To An Injury Be Treated?

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