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I fractured my ankle about 4 years ago i didn't have any cast on it or anything. will it affect me when im older?
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Ankle fracture: Not having the proper treatment for an ankle fracture could cause posttraumatic arthritis in the future.
Answered 5/19/2016
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Probably not: If it healed properly you should not have a future problem.
Answered 3/7/2013
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