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I hit my ankle against skateboard 4 days ago, it is swollen and black/blue and hurts to be on it. i live out in the country itgetbetterbyitselfw/rest?
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Needs X-ray...: In order to be certain you do not have a fracture, you need to have an x-ray. Call your family doctor to get this ordered. In the meantime, stay off it and apply ice to decrease swelling. Keep it elevated. If it is getting worse, go to the ER.
Answered 7/21/2014
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