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I twisted my ankle and now i can hardly walk on it. i think it's a sprain and i need crutches. i haven't seem a doctor. should i go to one?
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YES: You will need xrays, crutches, possiblly a cast or an ankle splint: have someone drive you to the ER or UC clinic.
Answered 9/26/2020
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YES.: Just to make sure you do not have Fracture , you will need X ray. Sprain can be treated conservatively with Immobilization , Anti Infalmmatory. Medicine and Non weight Bearing for a few days. Apply Ice.
Answered 4/23/2016
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