A member asked:

I thank i fractured my ankle. will the doctor put me to sleep or just put a cast on it?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That really depends: On the fracture. Many fractures don't require surgical repair. However very serious one might need surgical intervention - in that case you may be put to sleep.

Answered 2/10/2014

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