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My ankle and foot keep swelling since i sprained my ankle 5 wweks ago but when swelling goes back down it doesn't go back to its a original soze?
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See below: Since this has been going for 5 weeks, you may want to see a doctor as this point.
Answered 5/11/2015
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Chronic ankle sprain: Many ligaments and tendons are involved in ankle sprain taking 4-6 weeks to heal at optimal conditions, bone also. Swelling is result of inflammation. Even if just ligaments involved, they may never be 100% normal especially if still weightbearing. May be adding to injury if ankle is not stable enough. Try elastic/air cast splinting/ lace-up or neoprene velcro bracing to support weak joints.
Answered 9/28/2016
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