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I was going downstairs and i fell down . there is a swell on my foot right now, but it hurts like i sprained my foot. what do i do?
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Sprain vs fracture : Swelling of the foot, with pain after fall, needs x-ray or MRI of that area to make sure there is no fracture. It may be bad sprain. See the orthopedist. If severe pain then no weight bearing, apply cold compress, use Ibuprofen and bengay ointment or patch. Thanks.
Answered 1/9/2015
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Get it looked at ...: The usual remedies ... Stay off of it, rest, ice, compression, elevation. Get it evaluated. The sooner you get it looked at the more likely you are to make a speedier recovery.
Answered 1/4/2014
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