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Is pitting edema normal in a leg sprain? the foot is normal, only the sprained area is edematous.

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Dr. Pankaj Desai answered

Ankle sprain: It is not unusual to have localized pitting edema after a sprain like you describe. As long as there is no pain, you should be fine. Try using ankle ace bandage to rduce selling.

Answered 9/20/2020

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Dr. Jason Rudolph answered

Yes: Usually the swelling is directly around the the sprained ligaments.

Dr Michalski agreed

Answered 3/30/2020

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Dr. Ashley Vanderloop answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Normal: Swelling is reduced on a daily basis with correct treatment.

Answered 1/20/2017

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A member asked:

Is pitting edema normal in a leg sprain? the foot is normal, only the sprained area is edematous.

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Pankaj Desai answered

Dr. Jason Rudolph answered

Dr Michalski agreed

Dr. Ashley Vanderloop answered

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