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I fractured my fourth metatarsal over 7 months ago and to this day i still feel pain, soreness and stiffness everyday, is this normal?
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Foot pain: No it is abnormal;so go get a physical exam and possibly an Xray as well as appropriate therapy/advice based on findings
Answered 10/29/2014
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