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Hi I twisted my ankle while walking, meaning I was walking, and my foot rolled outward. Now, a day later, my foot is still slightly swollen and hurts with every step I take. Should I see a doctor, or is rest enough? I am a foreign student in Norway without a regular doctor.
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It is not uncommon to have pain when walking for several days after an ankle sprain, but the pain should gradually subside during the first few days. If you have a lot of swelling and bruising around your ankle, and it is difficult to walk without support, you should probably have it checked by a doctor. In that case, you can seek help at the Oslo emergency room. Like all major city emergency rooms, there may be some waiting time, but they can take an X-ray of your ankle and rule out a fracture, as well as offer you adequate treatment for the sprain.
I hope this information was helpful!
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