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Ive had ankle surgery before for a ruptured ligament but hurt my ankle again. same thing. doc says i need surgery. can it get worse if i play on it?

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Dr. Hollie Gaeto answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: yes it will likely get worse if you put weight on it.

Answered 1/5/2019

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