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My mom whos 75 fell down the stairs on her right knee 5 days ago theres a lot of bruising from the knee down and now ankle swelling and dark bruising ?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Broken bone: Need to see an orthopedist and get an x-ray.It certainly sounds like there is a broken bone which is also called a fracture.

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Answered 4/17/2014

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Fasll: At that age , any fall dictates that x rays should be taken. Seem your orthopedist for help sooner rather than later.

Answered 1/5/2014

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A member asked:

My mom whos 75 fell down the stairs on her right knee 5 days ago theres a lot of bruising from the knee down and now ankle swelling and dark bruising ?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Dr Novick and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

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