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Suggest Treatment For Hairline Fracture Of The Small Toe

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Posted on Thu, 16 Feb 2017
Question: Around 1 month back, my little toe got injured (got hit by wall). It got swelled and was paining too much. As on today, pain is still there when I press the toe. Also, there is swelling in this. Please refer to attached image and suggest what problem may be there? What should I do? Should I wait for few more weeks as recovery may take time? Should I take any medicine or any other suggestion?
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Answered by Dr. Remy Koshy (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Hairline fracture of small toe

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query in HealthcareMagic,

I have read through your query and have also viewed the attached picture.

From the description you have provided, you seem to have suffered a minor fracture to the toe. The ideal procedure to be done was to take an Xray foot after the injury and to apply a buddy tape over the affected toe for a period of 3-4 weeks till the tenderness resolves.

I would suggest it best for you to consult with a doctor for a proper examination and then apply a immobiliser to help heal the bone faster.

At this point of time, medicines would practically play no role. Adequate amount of rest will be enough after proper banding.

Hope this helps'

Please feel free to discuss further

Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Hairline Fracture Of The Small Toe

Brief Answer: Hairline fracture of small toe Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for posting your query in HealthcareMagic, I have read through your query and have also viewed the attached picture. From the description you have provided, you seem to have suffered a minor fracture to the toe. The ideal procedure to be done was to take an Xray foot after the injury and to apply a buddy tape over the affected toe for a period of 3-4 weeks till the tenderness resolves. I would suggest it best for you to consult with a doctor for a proper examination and then apply a immobiliser to help heal the bone faster. At this point of time, medicines would practically play no role. Adequate amount of rest will be enough after proper banding. Hope this helps' Please feel free to discuss further Regards