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Im pretty sure i have a stress fracture in my foot. my podiatrist cant see me for 2 weeks. should i go to like an urgent care or wait? thank you
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Urgent it is...: Go to urgent care. You may need a walking boot and/or crutches depending on the location and severity.
Answered 6/11/2016
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