A member asked:

I believe i have broken my pinky toe. i buddy wrapped it. how do i tell if it is broken? without having to go to doctor?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You would need an: x-ray to know for sure (unless it was a badly angulated fracture).

Answered 2/5/2021

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Dr. Jason Zeng answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Watchful wait: If you really hate X Ray or can't afford it, you may buddy tap the injured toe and watchful wait for 5-7 days to see if pain and swelling are getting better.

Answered 11/16/2014

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