A 25-year-old athlete presents with a painful, swollen, and bruised right ankle following a fall during a soccer match. There is no open wound. He is unable to bear weight. What could be the issue and what should be done next?
The patient's history and symptoms suggest an ankle sprain or possibly a fracture. It is important to immobilize the ankle and recommend rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE). The patient should be referred for an X-ray to rule out a fracture.