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I got a blister on my foot (on my heel) from dancing and i walked home earlier and it truned dark brown/black, its quite painful. what does this mean and how should i deal with it?

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Dr. John Michel answered

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Common sense: Common sense would tell you to stay off of it. I would ice it down and try to not walk on it . May be use crutches. The black and blue can either be a hematoma or bad bruise. Time should take care of this but take care of your foot.

Answered 1/13/2016

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A member asked:

I got a blister on my foot (on my heel) from dancing and i walked home earlier and it truned dark brown/black, its quite painful. what does this mean and how should i deal with it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michel answered

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