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I had a car accident 2 years ago and fractured my ankle.. im working standing up for 8 hours the pain is terrible 24/7, what should i do?

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Dr. Rahul Banerjee answered

Ankle pain: You should be evaluated by your doctor and referred to an orthopaedic surgeon. Pain after an ankle fracture may be due to bones that haven't healed (nonunion) or post traumatic arthritis. These types of problems could result in pain and may require additional treatment.

Dr Ferdowsi and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/25/2014

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A member asked:

I had a car accident 2 years ago and fractured my ankle.. im working standing up for 8 hours the pain is terrible 24/7, what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rahul Banerjee answered

Dr Ferdowsi and 2 doctors agreed

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