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I banged and bruised my inside of my foot last week. why would the opposite side begin throbbing a week later? there's been no swelling.

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Dr. Eric Silvers answered

Compensation : You may be compensating for the foot that was traumatized originally. This can add more stress on the non injured foot and you can develop an overuse syndrome. Try to take it easy for a few days and if it is not any better, seek out a podiatrist.

Answered 5/30/2014

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A member asked:

I banged and bruised my inside of my foot last week. why would the opposite side begin throbbing a week later? there's been no swelling.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Silvers answered

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