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I hyper-extended my foot 2.5 weeks ago. dr said it's sprained. it's still swollen, has a bump/bruise/pain and still limping some. normal?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kahn answered

Possibly: If you are not improving have your podiatrist or physician examine your foot to confirm that additional damage is not present.

Answered 10/27/2014

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Dr. Robert Hadfield answered

Yes: Sprains are commonly dismissed as being no big deal. A sprain is a tear of the ligaments around your joints and it can be incredibly painful and cause swelling for 3 or more months.

Answered 6/3/2018

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A member asked:

I hyper-extended my foot 2.5 weeks ago. dr said it's sprained. it's still swollen, has a bump/bruise/pain and still limping some. normal?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Kahn answered

Dr. Robert Hadfield answered

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