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How can you know if an ankle is sprained or broken?
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Xray: Xray will be able to show the difference in a sprain or fracture.
Answered 8/19/2013
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Pain: Severe pain, swelling, bruising, and inability to bear weight on an ankle are worrisome for a fracture. If these symptoms/signs are present, an evaluation by a healthcare professional is recommended.
Answered 1/21/2019
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