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I have a swollen ankle. are there any quick remedies?
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Rest: The first treatment for any problem is rest. If you injured it rest, ice, elevation and compression should help. If not, have it checked by a podiatrist or orthopedist. If you haven't done anything to it and it is still swollen, definitely get it checked.
Answered 3/28/2013
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See below: Elevation and compression. Try taking an antiinflammatory such as aleve (naproxen).
Answered 3/30/2013
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