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My ankle was turned on monday and now is swelling and bruises.i have took an x-ray and there's no problem of my bone.so i want to know what should i d?
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Follow up: Ankle sprains do usually reach a peak of swelling 3-5 days after the injury, so what you are describing is probably not unusual. I would rest it, ice it, elevate it, and apply a compression dressing and then followup with your physician to monitor your progress.
Answered 1/10/2016
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