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A member asked:

I hurt my foot, went on walking as if nothing happened.then put ice.i put voltaren (diclofenac) gel.now it's sore but not swollen.should i see a doc or go to er?

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Yes: You may have just a sprain, the ice may have prevented swelling. To be sure no fracture check with your doctor.

Answered 4/7/2013

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

See your doc!: At this point see your doc. I doubt an ER visit would be as helpful! More expensive too!

Dr Zimon agreed

Answered 10/28/2017

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