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What Causes Bruising And Swelling Of The Foot After Injury?

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Posted on Wed, 5 Aug 2015
Question: Hi. On Sunday I dropped a very heavy object on the top of my foot. It immediately began to swell and i iced it, elevated it and applied pressure. I can walk and move my toes as well as rotate my foot all around. The top is becoming black and blue and when I touch the top of my foot it is sore. It is now Wednesday. It is not as swollen but i am wondering if there is still the possibility that i broke something.
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
yes there is possibility of bony injury.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
There is haematoma formation leading to discolouration.
There can be associated bony injury I will advise you clinical examination and further investigation like x ray foot.
Till time use supportive splint. Icing will help you.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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What Causes Bruising And Swelling Of The Foot After Injury?

Brief Answer: yes there is possibility of bony injury. Detailed Answer: Hello I have read your query. There is haematoma formation leading to discolouration. There can be associated bony injury I will advise you clinical examination and further investigation like x ray foot. Till time use supportive splint. Icing will help you. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.