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I hurt my left ankle a week ago, pain/swollen i still walked on it. urgent care said it's a bad sprain that has a small fracture. i now have crutches and more pain. my ankle feels like it's broken should i see my primary or on orthopedic md?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic surgeon: Especially if there is a fracture, I would see an orthopedic surgeon. In reality, if you saw a primary care doctor with an ankle fracture they would likely refer you to an orthopedic surgeon anyway.

Answered 3/23/2015

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A member asked:

I hurt my left ankle a week ago, pain/swollen i still walked on it. urgent care said it's a bad sprain that has a small fracture. i now have crutches and more pain. my ankle feels like it's broken should i see my primary or on orthopedic md?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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