A 45-year-old member asked:
why is my pinky toe swollen and purple? what does this mean?
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Dr. Jeffrey Bowman answered
38 years experience Podiatry
More info: Was there any trauma? Swelling and bruise could be a fracture, contusion and other causes but can answer better with more information.
Answered on Jan 24, 2016
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. Rachel Johns answered
Specializes in Internal Medicine
Prob broken: Sounds like you may have broken your toe. It's a good idea to get x-Rays done to see the extent of the damage. GENTLY tape your pinky toe to your 4th ... Read More
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A 26-year-old male asked:
Dr. David Hettinger answered
36 years experience Podiatry
Could be...: An infection or a broken toe. See a podiatrist for exam, diagnosis and treatment.
A female asked:
Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
28 years experience Podiatry
Yes: Or dislocated. Get xrays.mapply ice. No tight shoes.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Dr. Matthew Wilkin answered
24 years experience Podiatry
See a Podiatrist: If you have a purple toe that you think is blood, you should see a podiatrist. It may be a contusion. It could be related to taking certain medicati ... Read More
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