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A member asked:
When to be concerned about foot pain, painful to walk. post 2nd metatarsal fracture in july 2013. seems to be getting worse all of a sudden?
10 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Could of reinjured: Check with your doctor. I would recommend checking your vitamin d levels as well.
Answered 3/31/2016
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Re injury: Sounds like the metatarsal may be still broken. You need an xray before you keep full weight bearing.
Answered 5/23/2016
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Refracture: After any fracture, it takes anywhere between 6 months to a year with a bone remodeling process to complete. During this time, it is possible to refracture the bone at the same location. He should seek treatment with your previous physician to make sure there is no change or refracture of the metatarsal bone.
Answered 5/31/2015
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Have it re-evaluated: Have it re-evaluated and treated. You may have re-injured it.
Answered 5/31/2015
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