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I think i fractured my ankle but if i did will the doc put me to sleep or just put a cast on it?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Would depend : On if fractured and extent of fracture to decide to apply cast or surgically repair.

Answered 5/10/2014

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A member asked:

I think i fractured my ankle but if i did will the doc put me to sleep or just put a cast on it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

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