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5wks post fall ankle sprain & avulsion 5th m.tarsle. pain, mild swell, freq loud popping w pain foot stuck in position. mri?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Reassess: See your doctor for a repeat exam and advice for ongoing imaging and management. Use crutches and stay off your foot until you sort through it. All the best.

Dr Keith and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/31/2016

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