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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Foot

Two days ago, I have weak ankles and my right foot went to the right side and I just remember being on the ground and pain on the right side of foot. When I tried to walk it was a burning and stabbing pain. Since then I am still unable to put weight from my small toe to the middle of foot. It has swelled up and bruising even having it elevated. Could I have fractured it?
Mon, 6 Mar 2017
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

A fracture would require severe trauma to the bones, you would needed to been struck hard at the ankle by some object or had a fall from at least a slight elevation.

It is more likely that there is damage to the ligament or tendon in the area. Tendon or ligament injury can vary from mild to severe.
The abnormal sensation would be due to temporary disruption in nerve function. This will improve.

With a history of decreased ambulation, abnormal sensations, your injury may be moderate to severe.
It may be best to see your doctor for an assessment.

Treatment consists of: (1) protecting the area from further injury
(2)rest - this involves decreased ambulation
(3)ice therapy for the first few days, this can be applied for 15 to 20 mins, 2 to 3 times a day
(4)compression bandage to prevent or reduce swelling
(5)elevation
(6)medication such as naproxen, ibuprofen, voltaren

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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Foot

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic A fracture would require severe trauma to the bones, you would needed to been struck hard at the ankle by some object or had a fall from at least a slight elevation. It is more likely that there is damage to the ligament or tendon in the area. Tendon or ligament injury can vary from mild to severe. The abnormal sensation would be due to temporary disruption in nerve function. This will improve. With a history of decreased ambulation, abnormal sensations, your injury may be moderate to severe. It may be best to see your doctor for an assessment. Treatment consists of: (1) protecting the area from further injury (2)rest - this involves decreased ambulation (3)ice therapy for the first few days, this can be applied for 15 to 20 mins, 2 to 3 times a day (4)compression bandage to prevent or reduce swelling (5)elevation (6)medication such as naproxen, ibuprofen, voltaren I hope this helps