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Have spiral fracture 5th metatarsal & in 4th week with walking boot. have swelling & bruising but noticed petechial hemorrhage today. is this normal?
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Yes: Small vessels will burst after injury. Recommend to keep area wrap with ace bandage.
Answered 7/9/2020
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No: Not normal in 4th week. Ask your dr. If it was a jones fracture. If so, suggest surgery.
Answered 4/11/2013
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