Question 1

can you tell me when does bruising start to show up on a broken toe ?

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Often next day.: Sometimes shortly after injury - but it is not uncommon for bruising & swelling to be more apparent the next day.

Question 2

i think i have a broken toe but there's no bruising and intense pain. could it be something else?

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It could be: There could be damage to cartilage, soft tissue, tendons, ligaments, nerves - the only real way to know is evaluation to include x-ray, history and physical examination by your physician or podiatrist.

Question 3

when should you go to the er for a hurt/broken toe? i hurt my toe (the one next to the smallest one) and its swollen, tingling, a little bruised.

Accepted Answer

OK Buddy tape: Generally, 2nd, 3rd, 4th toe fractures are treated conservatively (no surgery). Fractures that are displaced and/or dislocated need to be seen for xrays and reduction (put back in aligment). Also fractures through the joint may cause problems later-so it best to get seen but you can tape the injured toe to one next to it (middle toe) =called 'buddy taping'. Expect 4-6 weeks of healing time.

Question 4

should i get my broken toe seen to? very bruised and swollen and painful. red under the skin is getting bigger. & what treatment?

Accepted Answer

Yes, get it checked: Most of the time the treatment for a broken toe is a hard soled shoe so that there is minimal bending of the toe. However, you need to be seen to make sure it is a break that does not require a surgery or some other procedure. See a doctor as soon as possible. You need an xray.

Question 5

i broke my pinky toe 5 months ago. never went to doc as i've been told they cant do much for a broken toe. it's still swollen, slightly bruised and very painful. now experiencing pain in heel of foot as well. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Get it checked now: How do you know you broke your bone in the bone of your small toe.It seems you ignored an injury to your 5th toe which might have been fractured and we don't know if it was simple fracture which might have needed xrays and appropriate treatment.At this stage I suggest you consult your doctor or a podiatrist and get it checked and treated appropriately

Question 6

first i am a type 1 diabetic. i think i have 1 or 2 broken toes. it's the second and third toe after the big toe. they are swollen and bruised, but outside of that there is really no significant pain. part of my foot above the toes is swollen also.

Accepted Answer

Toes: The way to treat these two toes is to mobilize them with tape over the two toes as splinting is of no value important thing with diabetics is to make sure you do not damage the skin so wear a comfortable shoe that does not cause trauma to. The bruised area

Question 7

i had fifth toe fracture last week. yesterday i noted a large bruise in the centre of foot extremely painful and is not letting me hang my foot/walk?

Accepted Answer

Did u bang your : Whole foot? Are you walking differently due to the toe fracture that could of caused shoe rubbing or something of the sort? How was the fifth toe treated? Was the toe wrapped? Or the forefoot?

Question 8

what to do for a broken toe?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Big toe fractures generally require more restrictions  whereas simple fractures of the lesser toes can be treated with simple buddy taping to the adjacent toe. Some fractures of the big and lesser toes may require setting, surgery and/or prolonged immobilization based on the complexity of the fracture. Xray will define the fracture pattern and dictate the treatment. Get xrays and see your doc.

Question 9

what are some signs of a broken toe?

Accepted Answer

Pain,: Swelling, a positive fracture seen on x-ray.

Question 10

what are the signs that a broken toe is healing?

Accepted Answer

Reduced pain: Reduced pain and swelling, maintained alignment of the toe, fading bruises, and x-rays that show evidence are good ways to make sure your toe fracture is healing well.

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Can you tell me when does bruising start to show up on a broken toe ?

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I think i have a broken toe but there's no bruising and intense pain. could it be something else?

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When should you go to the er for a hurt/broken toe? i hurt my toe (the one next to the smallest one) and its swollen, tingling, a little bruised.

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Should i get my broken toe seen to? very bruised and swollen and painful. red under the skin is getting bigger. & what treatment?

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I broke my pinky toe 5 months ago. never went to doc as i've been told they cant do much for a broken toe. it's still swollen, slightly bruised and very painful. now experiencing pain in heel of foot as well. what should i do?

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First i am a type 1 diabetic. i think i have 1 or 2 broken toes. it's the second and third toe after the big toe. they are swollen and bruised, but outside of that there is really no significant pain. part of my foot above the toes is swollen also.

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I had fifth toe fracture last week. yesterday i noted a large bruise in the centre of foot extremely painful and is not letting me hang my foot/walk?

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What are some signs of a broken toe?

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