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A member asked:
How long can swelling and aching last after a foot fracture?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
1 year: Swelling and aching can last for a year sometimes depending on how it is treated.
Answered 11/7/2012
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Weeks to months: A broken foot can take a variable amount of time to heal. There are a number if things that factor into how long it will take. One of the most important is what type of fracture you have.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Can last a long time: Pain may last months to years depending on the type and severity of fracture and on the treatment.
Answered 4/28/2015
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