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Hi I broke the 5th metatarsal in my left foot 7 weeks ago tomorrow I was in a boot for 6 weeks no weight bearing But for the last 2-3 weeks of 6 weeks my foot felt swollen, numb and had trouble wiggling toes
At my 6 week appointment foot was red cold and swollen but upon checking student dr said it was fine
I was told I could take boot off when sitting but had to use crutches and boot and could now weight bear for next 6 weeks
Next morning my foot when not elevated kept swelling and going a dark purple black Color
I then went to emergency and they did numerous tests for a dvt but none found
They suggested I go to my gp and get a referral to orthopaedic specialist which my dr tried ringing quiet a few but unable to get appointment for a month or more
I have woken up today to same symptoms but now have a brownish line going from my little toe down a bit then halfway across my foot
I've also tried ringing a few specialists but at a loss of what to do