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A member asked:

Hurt my ankle 3 weeks ago, told it was just a sprain but no xray, im still in pain, its still swollen & bruised. wondering whether its safe to fly?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Needs xray: If it is still swollen and bruised it may need to be xrayed to rule out fracture.I will not advice to fly till re examined and Xrays taken.Check with your doctor

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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