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I broke the 5th metatarsal of my left foot 6 weeks ago, is it normal for it to still hurt a lot?
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Rule out: Rule out direct weight bearing on the fracture area, see your doctor for xrays and evaluation as non-union is a possibility.
Answered 4/26/2018
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Fracture: At this point with proper immobilization you should be realaively pain free. See your treating physician as malunion is a distinct possibility. Good luck.
Answered 9/26/2016
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