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A 22-year-old male asked:

Had a severe ankle sprain with massive swelling > 6 wks ago. pain not improved. no fracture. still mod swollen. now pain in arch too. what is this?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser
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Rheumatology 53 years experience
See details: This is a severe sprain with the possibility of a fracture. Have the ankle evaluated and x rayed. Severe sprains are best tested with immobilization.
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