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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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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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