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How do i know if i have a broken foot?
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X-ray: You can only make the diagnosis by getting an x-ray.
Answered 7/15/2012
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Fracture: You will have pain and swelling. Have the foot x-rayed to confirm.
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Get and x-ray: Pain, swelling, bruising, limitation of motion, and angulation deformities are signs of a possible fractured foot. Get an x-ray taken.
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