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A member asked:

Could use your help docs! my foot is cut, swollen and i can't walk on it?

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Dr. Howard Fox answered

Specializes in Podiatry

You may have an: Infection. Bring your foot to a doctor asap. If you can't walk on it, listen to your body and don't! this could be a serious thing, so don't delay.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/4/2015

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