Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Swelling at a particular area ..
My mother has fallen from a height yesterday nd has developed a sweeling in her ankle .first she was unable to stand nd walk but slowly she can walk so we just applied moov spray nd gave her an painkillers but today the area has sweell up nd its has pain while walking .she is not able to walk properly .
Just wanted to know..is the bone broken or ...
Nd yes she is also having pain in her right hand but there is no swelling.
My mother is a Mirage patients high doses medicine doesn't suit her she take homopethic medicine for any problems .
Even we tied the crep bandage but that doesn't worked
Answers (3)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
Get x rays done first of all
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+143
Swelling could be as a result of soft tissue injury or a fracture. It depends on where exactly she has the swelling, how significant it is, and her ability to weight bear. It is advisable to get evaluated by an orthopedician
Health Tips
keep the leg elevated and apply ice packs ober the area
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Hello there
It can be a calcaneum fracture or just a sprain
Next Steps
Better to get an X-ray done
Health Tips
No wt bearing till it is diagnosed
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.