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Fell and twisted ankle. can walk on it ok with some pain but immediately had a tennis ball lump on side of foot. is this okay?

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Dr. Abdul Ahmed answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Ankle Sprain: Most likely you have sprained your ankle but a hairline fracture has to be ruled out with x-Ray. The swelling will go away in few weeks. Apply ice three times a day and elevate when resting.

Answered 3/21/2018

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