broken toe still swollen – 6 weeks later..
(2 discussions)
I broke my toe – I think about 6 weeks ago. I was told by friends and nurses to just buddy tape it to my other toe (it was my little toe I broke). It has no pain but is still rather swollen after 6 weeks – should I go see a Dr or will it still just heal on its own?
2 comments
Vivian Abrams DPM
The short answer is- yes it will very likely heal, but there are many variables that go into how long one will swell. These include, age, weight, activity, shoes, type of injury etc.If you are concerned enough, then go get your foot x-rayed and see what is going on. To see is to know, not to see is to guess. Vivian A DPM
Laura O'Halloran
I broke my fourth toe 9 weeks ago and it is still swollen. This is perfectly normal. Apparently, bones that have been broken may always appear swollen, or may simply take years to regain a normal appearance.