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Please explain why is my ankle still swollen 6 months after i sprained it?

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Depends: It depends on the severity and cause of the injury. Need to see a podiatrist for exam and possible MRI to discover the problem.

Dr Fronzaglia ii, do, ms agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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