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Weird 1-ever seen an ankle sprain make skin turn tan and peel 4 weeks later? (no not sunburn) fell down stairs, ankles were wrapped during sun exposur

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Yes: As with a cast, skin can peel if it has been wrapped continuously. Normally, the skin sheds a little at a time. With a continuous cover, that doesn't happen. When the cover is removed (cast, wrap), the skin makes up for lost time. Next time, remove the wrap regularly and wash with a wash cloth.

Answered 3/26/2020

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Dr. Kelvin Barry answered

Specializes in Podiatry

No unusual: The wrapping along with swelling of tye ankle can cause discoloration of the skin. When swelling goes down the skin tends to peel/slough.

Answered 7/29/2017

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