Can a metatarsal bone fracture cause an ankle sprain?

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I can understand your concern, and I feel sorry for such acute discomfort you are having. Therefore, I will guide you regarding your problem.

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I saw the attached images (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). There is a swelling on the lateral aspect of the foot. I cannot appreciate any swelling on the lateral malleolus in the attached images. Inversion of the foot at the ankle joint might have stretched the ligaments and caused swelling on the outer aspect. This condition is called an ankle sprain. You have mentioned a decreased range of movement at the ankle joint. Sideways and circular movements are not possible because of the swelling. Sharp pain and swelling point towards bone involvement, but I cannot comment until you get an X-ray done. The X-ray will help rule out any minor fracture of the metatarsal bone. I suggest you get an X-ray done of the right foot with the ankle joint to rule out any bone involvement. Take rest and avoid activities that aggravate the pain and swelling for a few days. Apply an ice pack to the swollen area for one to two days as it helps reduce the pain. I suggest you take painkillers like Ibuprofen and apply pain-relieving ointment to decrease pain.

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Please get an X-ray done to rule out any bony involvement. If possible, visit a nearby orthopedic surgeon as he can palpate the swelling and look for restricted movement and guide you accordingly. Did the swelling and pain increase any further? Let me know once you get your X-ray done.

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From the reports attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), I cannot see any fracture of the metatarsal bone. You need complete rest and avoid activities that put pressure on the foot. I suggest you take the tablet Diclofenac twice a day after meals for three days and apply Diclofenac ointment over the affected area. You can soak a clean cloth in warm water and apply it over the swelling to help heal the injury. Do not worry, as it will heal in a week, but you must avoid movements that increase pain during these seven days.

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