A member asked:

I have great pain in the side of my foot that is unbearable. feels like bad bruise or a chip bone. no swelling but painful to the touch. please help. ?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

OK, get Xray: If you think it feels like a bone injury, see a Dr and get an xray--if it is broken (or stress fractured), it needs immobilized to properly heal and stop hurting. The pain can also be addressed at Dr visit. Best to get it checked out.

Answered 5/18/2015

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Dr. John Michel answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Runner?: The pain may come from a contusion or fx. Runners can have a stress fx and even older persons can have a stress fx or osteoporotic fx. You may only have a strain but if this pain is that severe then see someone for this and ask about a film. If this is normal then may need orthotics in the shoes you wear. See an orthopedist or podiatrist.

Answered 5/18/2015

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