A 42-year-old member asked:
What are the signs of an avulsion fracture on the foot?
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Dr. Jeffrey Cohenanswered
Wound Care 48 years experience
Pain and swelling: An avulsion fracture is merely a break in a bone caused by a pulling force of a muscle/tendon. In the foot, it is common at the base of the 5th metatarsal. You would have pain, swelling, and probably bruising to the area. It needs to be treated professionally as would any fracture.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
Family Medicine 40 years experience
Avulsion fracture: See image for example. Signs: swelling, tenderness, pain with weightbearing, possible lump if avulsed segment is out of alignment.
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Dr. Payam Rafatanswered
Podiatry 24 years experience
Pain, swelling: Have an x-ray taken to determine if there is a fracture. Symptoms may include: pain, swelling, and limitation of motion.
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