Melinda C. asked
I broke my ankle last Wednesday and found a bump near the joint yesterday evening. It hurts when I press it. What type of pain is it, and what should I do for further medical treatment?
July 26th, 2023
Kathleen A. answered
The bump you're feeling is likely a small granuloma, which is scar tissue that can develop after an ...
July 26th, 2023
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