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I have a stress fracture from running but i can't afford to see a doctor. it is very painful, prevents me from sleeping, and i limp. what can i do?
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See doctor: Suggest you ask your parent of guardian to take you to the doctor for examination and appropriate tests to diagnose the problem, which may or may not be a stress fracture. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment can be prescribed to help you get better.
Answered 5/27/2015
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