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Sprained ankle a while ago, pain went away after a few days but swelling took several weeks to go down. 4-5 months later there's very slight swelling but gets worse if i sit on that foot, and occasionally after a hot shower. is this normal?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

No: get examined and evaluated for post traumatic arthritis or dependent edema from vascular causes.

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/1/2019

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A member asked:

Sprained ankle a while ago, pain went away after a few days but swelling took several weeks to go down. 4-5 months later there's very slight swelling but gets worse if i sit on that foot, and occasionally after a hot shower. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

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