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I droped a hair dryer on my foot right under the big toe.. looks a little bruise but hurts. is it fractured?

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Dr. Blake Miller answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Maybe: Could be, but we don't do much for toe fractures other than a post-op (rigid sole) shoe and weight bear as tolerated.

Dr Kass agreed

Answered 7/16/2013

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Only an X-ray can : Confirm that. Put ice and elevate the foot.

Answered 3/31/2013

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