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Is a displaced metatarsal normal? i have severe foot pain dr said have displaced metatarsal and was normal post osteotomy. should i seek a second opinion? also walking my third toe turns red, had osteotomy 2nd and 3rd metatarsals 8 months ago.
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Second opinion : Yes. Seek a second opinion. And do not feel guilty doing so.
Answered 9/5/2020
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