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I tripped and top of my foot hit metal shelf hard. there is bruising and a perfect round spot the size of a pencil eraser. i can walk, just sore ?
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Unclear question: If the site becomes more sore, swollen, larger or has a discharge, that would indicate infection and would require medical attention. For now you may take a tylenol (acetaminophen) to control the soreness.
Answered 8/12/2015
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Ice it: If pain persists after a week or so consider an x-ray.
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