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What does a 5th metatarsal bone fracture feel like?

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Fracture: You would have pain,swelling and discomfort about two to three inches from the tip of your little toe. The treatment is to tape your little toe to the 4th toe for 4weeks and this should help it to heal

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Answered 7/27/2014

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