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Something fell on my big toe. bruised, swollen and very painful when walking. how would i know if it might be broken? or cracked? and what can i do?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Toe trauma: The only way to know about the extent of the toe trauma is to see your doctor. He/she may order x-rays. If broken, you don’t want it to heal out of alignment. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/29/2018

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A member asked:

Something fell on my big toe. bruised, swollen and very painful when walking. how would i know if it might be broken? or cracked? and what can i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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