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Why am i being referred to an orthopedist for a cyst in my toe?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
A choice: Orthopedic foot surgeons and podiatric surgeons are skilled and experienced in treating cystic lesions in the foot.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Toe cyst: You should have the choice to see podiatrist or an orthopedist. However podiatrists are specialists of the foot and ankle. We see tie cysts if the bone or soft tissue in a regular basis. We take x-rays and blood tests too.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Don't know : They're certainly options such as seeing a podiatrist to evaluate the cust.
Answered 4/24/2019
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Why not? : If you have a cyst you need to visit your treatment options. An orthopedist is one of the docs that can treat it. A podiatrist is another. It is your option who. You want to see.
Answered 11/12/2012
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