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Is it normal for a possible ankle sprain to still be swollen, tender to the touch, burn an feel puffy or like theres fluid where it's swollen?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes.These are all: Symptoms of an ankle sprain.An orthopedist can tell if there is a more significant injury.

Answered 1/26/2014

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Ankle sprain: Yes. But may also be broken. You need an exam and an xray. Seek an consult with an ankle specialist.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/7/2017

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