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Symptoms to check

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Get advice from 111 now if:

  • your ankle is very painful and you cannot put any weight on it
  • you have direct injury to the ankle and it has become very swollen very quickly
  • your ankle is badly swollen or has changed shape
  • you heard a snap, grinding or popping noise at the time of injury
  • you have a very high temperature, feel hot and shivery, and have redness or heat around the ankle – this can be a sign of infection

111 will tell you what to do. They can tell you the right place to get help if you need to see someone.

Go to 111.nhs.uk or call 111.

Immediate medical advice is available by contacting NHS 111