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What Causes Bruising And Pain In The Fifth Metatarsal Bone?

I suspect I have a fractured 5th metatarsal from a fall. I twisted my ankle a bit when I hell and there is bruising and pain in the area of my 5th metatarsal. I also have periods of numbness in my little toe. I m curious if this is a symptom of a metatarsal fracture. What symptoms are most likely to be present in an injury such as this? I m tryin to decide if I should go to an urgent care facility for X-rays, or if it can wait.
Thu, 27 Apr 2017
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Hi, there!
Metetarsal fracture simptoms - You cant step on foot and its painful.
Swelling around injured area and pain.
You must make X-rays to confirm/deny fracture and start adequate treatment.

I hope this helps
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What Causes Bruising And Pain In The Fifth Metatarsal Bone?

Hi, there! Metetarsal fracture simptoms - You cant step on foot and its painful. Swelling around injured area and pain. You must make X-rays to confirm/deny fracture and start adequate treatment. I hope this helps