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A member asked:

Weeknd of labor day i was in chicago. my 2nd toe was rubbin against my shoe when i walked. it was bruised & now its peeling off. will it grow ugly aga?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

It's unclear: If your describing a corn/callous. If you get rid of the shoe that caused the problem, i think you"ll be okay.

Dr Balin and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 1/24/2014

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Dr. Matthew Wilkin answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Perhaps: Many times a bruise will be accompanied by swelling. There will typically be some peeling skin.

Dr Davis and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/20/2013

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