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I went to the er today and they said i have a fracture in my talus bone and fluid in my ankle. what can i do?
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See orthopaedist: See an orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon. One in your area can be found at www.Aofas.Org.
Answered 4/24/2019
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See a doctor: You need to have continues treatment if there is a fracture as you describe. Currently, i would use crutches to keep all weight off the foot and use an ace bandage of compression and ice to help the swelling.
Answered 11/11/2012
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