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I think i might have a vessel burst on my foot (could be vein?)... is it harmless?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Probably: If you have severe pain, swelling, or deformity of your foot you should be seen. But if you have a simple discoloration that looks like perhaps a vein has broken , it is probably fine and should resolve quickly without problems.

Dr Keith agreed

Answered 5/17/2016

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A member asked:

I think i might have a vessel burst on my foot (could be vein?)... is it harmless?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Dr Keith agreed

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