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Today i feel on my ankle and now i cant walk on it. my parents wont take me to a doctor so i don't know how badly im injured, any advice?

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Dr. Timothy Beck answered

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Ask to be examined: If you are unable to walk on you ankle, this could indicate a fracture. X ray is best method of evaluation but may not show fracture at first.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/20/2015

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A member asked:

Today i feel on my ankle and now i cant walk on it. my parents wont take me to a doctor so i don't know how badly im injured, any advice?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Timothy Beck answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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