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Ds fell yesterday and his ankle is still swollen today

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Swankle · 26/11/2014 15:32

Just wondering if it needs to be seen by the GP or anyone.

He slipped in school yesterday afternoon and was limping. Less pain today and no longer limping but still swollen. Is this normal? Does it take a while for swelling to go down? I have added a photo of bad ankle and good ankle for comparison.

Ds fell yesterday and his ankle is still swollen today
Ds fell yesterday and his ankle is still swollen today
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mumof6needssanity · 26/11/2014 15:34

Ouch tbh I would get it check out.

Good luck

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Swankle · 26/11/2014 15:37

Should i take him to a and e or try and get a GP appointment this afternoon?

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SpottyTeacakes · 26/11/2014 15:38

Have you got a minor injuries unit nearby? They can X-ray and diagnose sprains and strains.

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OwlCapone · 26/11/2014 15:40

Have you been putting ice on it and keeping it elevated at all?

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Swankle · 26/11/2014 15:40

No just A&E.

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Swankle · 26/11/2014 15:42

I put an ice pack on it when i saw it yesterday evening (he was at CMers until 6) but he wont keep it up and went to school today. He has it up now since coming home at 3.

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OwlCapone · 26/11/2014 17:59

In my experience (rugby playing boys!) ice and elevation is great for reducing swelling.

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