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A 4kg kettlebell fell slightly on my big toe on the left foot. half the toenail is blue and it hurts. what should i do? is it fractured?

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UC exam: I suggest a visit to an urgent care center to xray the foot and use x-ray to diagnose a fracture. Additionally, if there is an accumulation of blood under the toenail, it can be released.

Answered 4/13/2016

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Dr. Donald Harrison answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Xray needed: You should have your left foot xrayed (3 views weightbearing) and see a foot doctor in your area for a more in-depth assessment. It is possible that you may have fractured or deeply bruised one or more of the small bones in the great toe. Icing the area 2 times per day for 15 minutes each time would be helpful to control pain and swelling

Answered 4/14/2016

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See foot doc: U need an X-ray plius not sure if the nail is blue or the toe, if the nail is luvs you may need the blood drained or the nail removed.

Answered 11/27/2017

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