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I fell yesterday through a plastic box and skined my right ankle. its a bit sore but very swollen and bruised. should i go for an xray. i can walk ok?
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Ankle injury: Good idea to be checked and have the wound treated to prevent infection. You may or may not have a fracture.
Answered 4/24/2014
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