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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Knee And Ankle
11 days ago I slipped on the ice and fell forward. My shin took the brunt of the fall, right below my knee and down to the ankle. It immediately hurt and was difficult to put pressure on to stand up. There was no bruising and some swelling. It still hurts to the touch and even when lightly bumped against any type of material, including clothing there is immediate pain and a burning sensation. It will subside after 5-10 minutes. When sitting sedentary it does burn and feels very heavy as through there is fluid built up. Will my body absorb this fluid on its own?
Hi, you need a screening of your leg with an X Ray. second thing, Elevate your leg on pillow, Take analgesic medications, Prevent contact or pressing your leg until it heals, Apply warm compress on the area involved.
See if it settles in a few days time.
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Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Knee And Ankle
Hi, you need a screening of your leg with an X Ray. second thing, Elevate your leg on pillow, Take analgesic medications, Prevent contact or pressing your leg until it heals, Apply warm compress on the area involved. See if it settles in a few days time.