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My sons toe is swelling due to injury. there's liquid and blood coming out. i gave him ibuprofen and antibiotics. is it the right medication?
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Swollen toe: It is the right medication, but you may want to get an Xray to rule out a fracture, ice the toe, and keep yhe foot elevated. Tor best results consult a podiatrist
Answered 6/6/2014
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NO TRAINING: You're trying to treat without any medical training, I presume. See a doctor.
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