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A member asked:
I had a cast on for one month and now i'm wearing a boot, but now i've noticed that my little pinkie toe is turning black.this has never happened before. what should i do?
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It's too tight: Unless you've recently injured the toe the boot is limiting essential circulation. Get this adjusted immediately.
Answered 9/17/2012
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You need to see your: Doc asap. The problem is we can't see what exactly your toe looks like. Black has a bad connotation though and it warrants that it be checked out. It might be a scab, or something benign but to make sure circulation is still to the toe and no damage please visit your doctor. No one will think you are bothering them for a problem like this.
Answered 9/8/2013
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Circulation issue?: If your toe is turning black that may be a circulation issue. If it is just the toenail then it's from rubbing in the cast. I would immediately call my doctor!
Answered 9/8/2013
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