A member asked:

Toe is purple/red months after fracturing it, is that normal?

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Could be: Just make sure circulation is fine and not compromised...

Answered 3/19/2018

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Red, White & Purple.: Do not concern yourself. Since more blood is need to heal damaged tissue, more tiny blood vessels are developed. The vessels are still functioning and displaying their efficiency with the redness. A slightly slower venous return shows a purple. Give it some time to normalize.

Answered 8/15/2015

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