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Is my ankle broken? i was in dance class and i fell on my ankle. major pain and can't put weight on it, starting to swell and have a purple colour on the side of my foot. having to hop on 1 foot to reduce pain. can't put a shoe or sock on?

Q: is my ankle broken? i was in dance class and i fell on my ankle. major pain and can't put weight on it, starting to swell and have a purple colour on the side of my foot. having to hop on 1 foot to reduce pain. can't put a shoe or sock on?

: Possibly. See a podiatrist who can examine you, take a radiograph, and provide you with a proper diagnosis and appropriate care.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Possibly. See a podiatrist who can examine you, take a radiograph, and provide you with a proper diagnosis and appropriate care.

Answered 2/22/2023

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

At a minimum an ankle sprain in above circumstances. Seeing your doc would be best in making sure no fracture, decision for X-ray will be made in exam, get a good recovery plan.

Answered 2/22/2023

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A member asked:

Is my ankle broken? i was in dance class and i fell on my ankle. major pain and can't put weight on it, starting to swell and have a purple colour on the side of my foot. having to hop on 1 foot to reduce pain. can't put a shoe or sock on?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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