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How Can Swelling On The Leg And Toes Caused By An Injury Be Treated?

I drop a heavy piece of furniture on top of my foot, skin split open a bit, I m icing foot but shooting pain all the way to my leg & toes. I can lighly wiggle toes but hurts to walk. There s not a lot of swelling yet, bruises & some swealling but not scary swelling, how long should I wait to see Doctor? Did I break my foot?
Tue, 4 Apr 2017
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
It is not possible to say if this is broken without xrays of the foot and toe. Your symptoms are suggestive of possible fracture so it would be good to do examination since in case of fracture it should be immobilized properly for 2-3 weeks. In every case you should apply ice, rest and keep leg elevated and take painkillers. I am not sure if there is fracture or not, probably not but it should be ruled out so that you can know how long you should be resting.
I hope I have answered your query. Wish you good health.
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How Can Swelling On The Leg And Toes Caused By An Injury Be Treated?

Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. It is not possible to say if this is broken without xrays of the foot and toe. Your symptoms are suggestive of possible fracture so it would be good to do examination since in case of fracture it should be immobilized properly for 2-3 weeks. In every case you should apply ice, rest and keep leg elevated and take painkillers. I am not sure if there is fracture or not, probably not but it should be ruled out so that you can know how long you should be resting. I hope I have answered your query. Wish you good health.