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Help! Do I need an X-ray?

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Binglebong · 13/12/2021 17:25

I turned my ankle a few hours ago. If I lift my toes I can hobble but trying to move much more than that is very painful. I think it's just a sprain but would appreciate some reassurance!

I've attached photos - unfortunately I have fat ankles anyway so it's a bit hard to show swelling.

Help! Do I need an X-ray?
Help! Do I need an X-ray?
Help! Do I need an X-ray?
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Toddlerteaplease · 13/12/2021 17:31

Try RICE first, if no improvement then A&E/ minor injury unit. It does look swollen.

Binglebong · 13/12/2021 17:35

Thank. Been doing RICE (well RCE) for a few hours now it definitely swollen. But it would be with a sprain too wouldnt it? No minor injuries here and I don't want to waste A&E time if I can avoid it.

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Binglebong · 13/12/2021 19:26

No break. Smile just a damaged ligament. Many thanks for your help.

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