Can early pregnancy lead to lateral malleolus fracture?

Question

I slipped a little last week and my ankle is paining a lot on the outer side, im 6 weeks pregnant. Now im wondering if pregnancy makes bones weak so early or its just the fall. Planning to get it checked but anyone faced this?

Heena Shukla · Answer

Please be extremely careful, especially in these early weeks. Avoid putting weight on that foot and get a professional medical opinion immediately so you can heal safely without any stress.

Geeta Shroff · Answer

Since you are in early pregnancy, please do not ignore any joint pain or injury. Call your gynecologist right away before getting any scans or taking pain medicines, as they need to protect the baby first.

Namrata Salunkhe · Answer

Please rest your leg and consult a doctor immediately. Take care of yourself and don't panic.

Mansi Dalal · Answer

I didn't know pregnancy could affect bones like this. Did you have a fall recently, or did the pain start suddenly on its own?

Veda Patil · Answer

According to my trackers, early pregnancy hormones like relaxin can make your joints a bit loose, but a proper bone fracture only happens due to physical trauma or severe calcium deficiency. Please get an X-ray or doctor's consult immediately to see what's going on.

Rashmi Saraf · Answer

Aree, fracture can't happen just by being pregnant unless you tripped or fell. Don't do any home remedy or massage on the ankle, just visit a proper doctor and get it checked safely.

Komal Prabhu · Answer

A fracture in the ankle bone is usually caused by an injury or fall, not directly by pregnancy itself. However, pregnancy hormones can loosen ligaments, making you more prone to slips. You should definitely consult an orthopedic doctor and your gynac for proper diagnosis.