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I hurt my ankle 3 days ago & im in a splint and on crutches, they said its badly sprained.now my ankle is bruised, purple&green and swelled up. normal?

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Dr. Rita Corona answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Sprained ankle: Yes it is completely normal. Just continue to ice it and u can actually start moist heat (wet towel wrap) to help increase blood flow and healing to that area.

Answered 7/9/2018

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Yes: After a sprain. Ice, ice and more ice, keep elevated and make sure the splint is not too tight.

Answered 12/18/2012

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