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A member asked:
My foot is swollen but not bruised. could it still be broken?
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Could be, maybe.: Typically, if a fracture is suspected, there is a history of some activity that would make the fracture suspect. Swelling is found in fractures along with pain and often bruising, but not always. There are quite a few causes for swelling of the foot, most depending on location. All will have a typical clinical pattern. Best to have the foot examined to isolate the true cause of the problem.
Answered 9/7/2015
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More history: Hard to say without some more history of the events leading up to the swelling. If the story has limited velocity or stress and it's painless swelling it's unlikely fractured. Always best to have your MD do an exam and take a history to determine your risks. http://www.healthgrades.com/right-care/injuries-and-wounds/foot-swelling
Answered 9/7/2015
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