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Fractured ankle swelling after cast removed. how long and how should it be treated?
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Check it out: With swelling we always worry whether there could be a blood clot in the vein. It would be wise to see your physician and get that clarified
Answered 12/7/2020
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Depends: Probably needs to be checked to assure fracture healed and circulation is OK.
Answered 6/25/2019
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