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I think i may have a stress fracture because i am an irish dancer and i practice 3 hours a day 2 times a week. now i have a stabbing pain in my foot?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Xray/exam: No shortcuts- definitely possible.

Answered 7/2/2014

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Consult physician: You should see physician for examination and possible imaging. Most stress injuries require discontinuing activity producing problem for period of time.

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I think i may have a stress fracture because i am an irish dancer and i practice 3 hours a day 2 times a week. now i have a stabbing pain in my foot?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Dr Maes agreed

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