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Should I Visit A Doctor After A Big Toe Injury Leading To Blue Discoloration, Swelling And Severe Pain?

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Question : I was struck by sofa at home and got injured on the feet thumb joint. It is getting blue in color and a little swelling with lot of pain. Do you suggest visiting a doctor or Any home remedy is available.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Consult doctor.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
I have gone through your query and attached photo and health concern in detail,as you have severe pain so there is possibility of fracture or dislocation .So get a x-ray done and consult doctor. Till than you can take aceclofenac and paracetamol combination for pain ,elevation of foot,ice sponging and compression will help you.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.

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Should I Visit A Doctor After A Big Toe Injury Leading To Blue Discoloration, Swelling And Severe Pain?

Brief Answer: Consult doctor. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for posting your query. I have gone through your query and attached photo and health concern in detail,as you have severe pain so there is possibility of fracture or dislocation .So get a x-ray done and consult doctor. Till than you can take aceclofenac and paracetamol combination for pain ,elevation of foot,ice sponging and compression will help you. I hope this answers your query. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr. Praveen Tayal.