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I got a metal door dropped on my foot at work over a week ago, it's still swollen and painful to walk on or touch. doctors said it wasn't broken but could there be another issue or just give it more time?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Foot trauma: Sometimes a fracture isn't apparent initially. If you are still in pain 2-3 weeks after the injury, it may be worth having your foot reassessed with a repeat XR that may show healing changes in a bone. All the best. It sounds like a painful injury.

Answered 9/20/2015

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A member asked:

I got a metal door dropped on my foot at work over a week ago, it's still swollen and painful to walk on or touch. doctors said it wasn't broken but could there be another issue or just give it more time?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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