A member asked:

Does a broken or fractured ankle sting in the bath or a bruised ankle? when i touch it it feels hot, very painful and is swollen what is wrong with it

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Brian Chimenti answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Both: Your symptoms could be caused by either a sprain/bruise or a fracture/break. Your description does not narrow the possibilities. Get an evaluation and/or xray.

Answered 4/21/2013

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Ankle: You could have all those symptoms with many conditions including a fracture. See your doctor and get an exam and x-rays.

Answered 3/23/2015

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