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She has dropped something on her toes from head height and bruising came up immediately it is also slightly swollen do you think it could be broken?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: Definitely sounds like she had sufficient mechanism to cause a fracture. While there is often not a lot we do for a fractured toe, she should probably be seen for an accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Dr Keith agreed

Answered 3/27/2018

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