I fractured some part of my foot last week, and I am in a lot of pain. What to do?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am a 22-year-old, and I am five feet tall. I got a fracture in some part of my foot. I went to urgent care immediately and got an X-ray last week.

The doctor told me that he can see a fracture on one toe, and the other one is unclear. The fracture is present on the top of the foot near my third toe and my big toe. I got a boot and went home to make an appointment to see an orthopedic doctor. Due to the pandemic, it was hard to have an immediate appointment, so I got an appointment this week.

I have a high pain tolerance, but I have severe pain. I often get tingling in my big toe, and the big toenail is turning blue. I have pain throughout my foot, including the bottom near the heel and at the top. I am unsure of what to do.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

If you had posted the X-rays, it could have helped me to make a clear diagnosis. I can tell you that for now, you need to elevate your foot and take anti-inflammatory tablets.

A change in the color of the foot is a normal phenomenon due to the formation of a blood clot. Tingling is also a common symptom when the leg hangs down. I assume that it is a removable boot, and you can ice the sore area and keep it elevated.

I hope it helps.

Thank you.