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What Causes Cold And Numbness In The Right Foot After Removing The Cast?
I broke my 5th metetersal clean break I ve had a air cast on for 4 weeks now only taking off for baths . Dr. Said NWB but can use my ankle in boot to help movement . My concern is foot right now is numb at times feeling cold then hot ?? Also I have no pain when I touch were bone was broken but the bottom of foot has a sharp pain while I have it up . I m worried my foot isn t healing I don t have an apointment for another 3 weeks .?
Mon, 22 Jul 2019
Hello,
I think you should consult an orthopedist as soon as possible. You may be having an issue with nerves due to numbness and cold you are feeling. You may need an appointment sooner than three weeks.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician
I think you should consult an orthopedist as soon as possible. You may be having an issue with nerves due to numbness and cold you are feeling. You may need an appointment sooner than three weeks.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician
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