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Fractured Metatarsal. Burning Sensation. On Partial Cast With Ace Arp. On Ibuprofen, Loritab. Concerned?

Fractured my 4 & 5 metatarsal in my rt foot, they were pinned on we'd (3 days ago). Have been doing good with no wt bearing, keeping it iced & elevated first 48 hrs & up more today on knee scooter. Using ibuprofen 800mg 2-3 x per day with occ loritab. Now tonight I have a burning sensation to the bottom of my foot. I have a partial cast on with ace arp for one wk. should I be concerned?
Wed, 24 Apr 2013
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Hello.
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The mild burning sensation on the foot can be related to the local swelling around the nerves. This is a self limiting symptom and does not need any specific treatment. Avoid any heavy work till proper healing.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
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Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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Fractured Metatarsal. Burning Sensation. On Partial Cast With Ace Arp. On Ibuprofen, Loritab. Concerned?

Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The mild burning sensation on the foot can be related to the local swelling around the nerves. This is a self limiting symptom and does not need any specific treatment. Avoid any heavy work till proper healing. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com