Hello! I sprained my ankle two days ago and it is severely swollen and bruised, and now my ankle is numb and is slightly tingling. My toes are normal colored and are not cold. I went to the doctor yesterday and got x-rays, but they have not yet called me with the result. It is really late and the only doctor I could go to is the E.R... and I really want to just wait until tomorrow and go to my Primary care. Is this numbness of urgent concern or will it be okay if I wait until tomorrow??
Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor Thanks for the query. Numbness is usual consequence of swelling sync at causes nerve compression in this area. It may be problematic if there will b pale, loss of pulsation or inability to move foot. Then in this case visit doctor. Wish you good health. Regards