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Suggest Treatment For Painful And Swollen Ankle

I sprained my ankle (self diagnosis) while playing soccer. I had excruciating pain at the time it occurred for a couple hours. The pain since has been tolerable and I am able to walk on it. Only pain is when I rotate my foot inward. My concern is the fact 4 days post sprain I have 1/2 inch swelling from knee down to ankle (compared to other leg) and I can feel sharp objects but not just general touch. I don t have pain in the calf so I am not worried about a DVT. Do you think it could be nerve damage and should I get an X-ray?
Wed, 5 Dec 2018
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Hello,

Since your foot has swollen and you are having difficulty bearing weight it is advised that you get it checked by an orthopaedic surgeon.

He will do a clinical examination and may also advise an X-ray or CT scan to ascertain Whether it is a bony injury or soft tissue injury.

Meanwhile, avoid bearing weight on that foot and apply a crepe bandage over it. You can take over the counter painkiller like naproxen to relieve pain.

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

Regards,
Dr. Nazma.amman,
General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Painful And Swollen Ankle

Hello, Since your foot has swollen and you are having difficulty bearing weight it is advised that you get it checked by an orthopaedic surgeon. He will do a clinical examination and may also advise an X-ray or CT scan to ascertain Whether it is a bony injury or soft tissue injury. Meanwhile, avoid bearing weight on that foot and apply a crepe bandage over it. You can take over the counter painkiller like naproxen to relieve pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nazma.amman, General & Family Physician