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What do i do to treat a bruised swollen toe?

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Dr. Vern Chuba answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ice: Ice the area 20 minutes on then 20 minutes off for the next 2 days.

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Howard Fox answered

Specializes in Podiatry

If it's more than 48: Hours after an injury and you see no improvement in the pain or swelling, it's time to have an x-ray to see if it's broken.

Dr Beresh and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/31/2017

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