On a sunny afternoon, Auntie Li was busy as usual in her well-tended garden. Her life is full of energy and fun, with gardening and walking being her favorite leisure activities. However, just as she was about to transplant a beautiful rose, one accidentally slipped her foot and fell heavily to the ground.
The pain was almost immediate, and Aunt Li felt a sharp pain in her ankle that she had never experienced before. She sat on the ground, struggling to endure the pain, her heart filled with questions and panic. She thought of her children, who were busy in the field, and she didn't want to trouble them because of her negligence. Maybe after a while the pain would go away and she wouldn't have to make a fuss and run to the hospital, she thought.
However, instead of abating, the pain seems to be getting worse. Aunt Li began to worry about whether there was really something wrong with her ankle. She had heard stories of broken bones, but had never experienced them herself, and didn't know how to judge. Do you continue to endure it, or do you go to the hospital for help? This became a lingering problem in her mind.
In this story, we will follow Aunt Lee's experience with a universal and practical question: When you are injured, how do you know if you have a broken bone? We will ** some common methods of self-diagnosis, understand their effectiveness and limitations, and highlight the importance of seeking help from a medical professional in uncertain situations. Through Auntie Lee's story, we hope that readers will gain valuable knowledge so that they can make informed decisions when faced with similar situations.
Li Qiang's ankles were swollen like a big steamed bun, and he sat on the sofa with his brows furrowed. He picked up his phone and began to search for "how to tell a fracture", and the page was filled with various medical information and folk remedies, which made him even more confused.
On the one hand, the pain in his ankle was unbearable, especially in the dead of night, and the pain seemed to intensify; On the other hand, he worries that he may be over-medicalized. Li Qiang decided to use some basic self-examination methods. He gently touched his ankle and noticed that the swelling was very sensitive, and the swelling of the ankle seemed to show signs of deformation.
He remembers mentioning on the Internet that if the swelling is visibly deformed, or if it is unable to bear the weight, it may be a sign of a fracture. Li Qiang tried to stand, but immediately gave up due to severe pain. His heart sank, but he still didn't want to go to the hospital.
The next day, Li Qiang's ankle was even more swollen, and he had to admit that he might have really suffered a serious injury. He called his friend Zhang Tao's **, hoping to get some advice from a doctor friend.
After listening to Li Qiang's description, Zhang Tao told him in a serious tone: "Swelling, pain, and inability to bear weight are typical symptoms of fractures. I advise you to go to the hospital for an x-ray. ”
Li Qiang was still hesitant, but Zhang Tao's words made him realize that this was not just a matter of pain, but also a big issue of health. Zhang Tao continued: "Did you know that some fractures, if not treated in time, will leave lifelong sequelae? For example, joint deformity can lead to more serious problems due to damage to blood vessels or nerves. ”
Li Qiang took a deep breath and felt a moment of fear. He realized that his negligence could cause irreparable damage to himself.
It was then that he recalled a small sprain he had when he was younger, and because it was not treated in time, he still felt unwell on rainy days. He didn't want to repeat the same mistakes again.
Under Zhang Tao's repeated persuasion, Li Qiang finally made up his mind to go to the hospital. He walked cautiously out of the house on crutches. Despite the uncertainty and anxiety in his heart, he knew that it was for his health and that he had to face it.
Walking on the way to the hospital, Li Qiang's heart was full of apprehension. He couldn't help but imagine what the doctor might tell him, with both fear and anticipation. At the very least, he will know the truth, for better or for worse.
As time passed, the ankle pain of the protagonist Zhang Wei did not relieve as he expected, but became more intense. At first, he thought it was just a slight sprain that would get better in a few days. But now, he even feels a little difficult to walk, and the swelling of his ankle is more pronounced. This situation made him worry: Was he right? Does he really need the help of a doctor?
Faced with this situation, Zhang Wei decided to consult a friend, Dr. Li. Dr Lee is an experienced orthopaedic surgeon with an in-depth understanding of this type of injury. Through **, Zhang Wei described his symptoms and the process of occurrence in detail. After hearing this, Dr. Lee said that although it was not certain that there was no face-to-face consultation, based on the description, the symptoms were likely to be signs of a fracture. He stressed that this pain and swelling should not be taken lightly and advised Zhang Wei to go to the hospital as soon as possibleX-rays to rule out or confirm fractures.
After listening to Dr. Li's words, Zhang Wei realized that his previous judgment might have been too rash. He recalls his fall, and although he didn't feel extreme pain at the time, the way and force of the fall did cause a fracture. At this point, he began to regret not going to the hospital sooner for a check-up, because if it was indeed a fracture, the delay** could lead to more serious consequences.
The next day, Zhang Wei went to the hospital with a nervous mood. At the hospital, after an X-ray, the doctor confirmed Dr. Li's suspicion: Zhang Wei did have a small fracture in his ankle. The result shocked Zhang Wei, who realized that his disdain for health and resistance to medical procedures had almost led him to an even more serious health crisis.
The doctor performed the necessary ** on Zhang Wei, including:Immobilize the injured area, reduce activity, and prescribe pain medication. At the same time, the doctor also explained to him the different types of fractures and the best methods, emphasizing the importance of seeking medical attention in a timely manner in similar situations. Zhang Wei was deeply inspired by this experience, and he realized that in the face of health problems, he could not rely on half-hearted network knowledge and personal subjective judgment, and professional medical advice and examination were indispensable.
This experience gave Zhang Wei a profound inspiration. He began to take his health more seriously, stopped taking any abnormal symptoms lightly, and learned to seek help from a medical professional when facing health problems. He realized that health is the most important asset in life, and without a healthy body, everything loses its meaning.