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Broke 4th5th metatarsal 10wks ago, foot cast only now told to bear weight, ankle is huge as is leg 1 week later is this normal?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

No: Make sure you don't have a clot in your leg.

Answered 8/28/2013

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A member asked:

Broke 4th5th metatarsal 10wks ago, foot cast only now told to bear weight, ankle is huge as is leg 1 week later is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

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