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I broke my big toe a week ago. the brusing is better the toe is still swollen but it's still totally numb. how long doe i need to wait before i become concerned about nerve damage?
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Bone healing at your age will take a minimum of 6-8 weeks, and assuming no misalignment should return almost to normal. Presume the numbness secondary to swelling and inflammation affecting small digital nerves, and would anticipate slow reversal coincident with the healing process. Keep close followup with podiatrist or orthopedist.
Answered 8/17/2021
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