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A member asked:

Sprained ankle, x-ray says no fracture. hear popping sound when bending ankle and swollen really bad. normal?

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Get an MRI: X rays are far from perfect. You need an MRI.

Dr Youmans agreed

Answered 8/10/2014

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I have somehow injured my left ankle. I'm not sure if it is sprained, or there's a hairline fracture, as it's so painful even to bear weight on it or walk. I am limping very badly. It is very swollen, bruised and tender to the touch. Please help me?

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I sprained my top of foot 6-7 weeks ago I still get a lot of pain In foot with walking and resting I also hear popping sounds when I walk ?

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