A member asked:

Trauma l ft 1 mo ago. rice, hard shoe for tx. xr now shows bone island second metatarsal which is where pain/swelling persist. plz explain and advise.

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Dr. Gary Pess answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Bone island: Bone islands are common and may be unrelated to your pain. An MRI or CT might give more info. Cortisone shot might help

Answered 3/5/2015

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