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What Causes Pain In Toe After I Hit It?

Hi. I injured my foot 4 weeks ago. I tripped over a gas bottle and banged my foot where my bunion is very hard on the concrete as i fell over the bottle...not sure if it hit the bottle too. I went for an exray last week which didnt show any fracture/break. It is still very painful when i wear shoes or walk any distance. It hurts all around my bunion, side, top, under, and along my big toe. Pain also travels along and up my foot. I have an appointment at docs tomorrow as a n e said to go back if it didnt get any better. Am wondering what i could have done to it if its not broken?
Tue, 4 Aug 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
Based upon your description, I suspect that you might have injured the ligaments around the toe.

An initial xray of the foot is necessary to ruleout any bony injury. If xrays are negative for any fracture, then MRI scan is needed to know the status of the ligaments around the toe.

I suggest you to consult an orthopedic surgeon for a detailed evaluation and further management.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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What Causes Pain In Toe After I Hit It?

Hi, Thanks for your query. Based upon your description, I suspect that you might have injured the ligaments around the toe. An initial xray of the foot is necessary to ruleout any bony injury. If xrays are negative for any fracture, then MRI scan is needed to know the status of the ligaments around the toe. I suggest you to consult an orthopedic surgeon for a detailed evaluation and further management. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care