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Could the swelling in my foot be related to my broken 5th metatarsal 6 months ago?
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Yes: If the bone has not healed or not healed properly.
Answered 12/15/2012
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Possibly: It is possible that you may have re-fractured the bone, or developed a stress fracture in the same area. Further workup and xray would be recommended.
Answered 2/18/2013
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