Toe, Foot, And Ankle Injuries: Check Your Symptoms
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When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Has your toe, foot, or ankle turned pale, white, blue, or cold?
See significance of an injured toe, foot, or ankle that turns pale, white, blue, or cold if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
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Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
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Has your toe, foot, or ankle turned pale, white, blue, or cold after your injury?
After having a brace, cast, or splint applied, have your toes or foot turned pale, white, blue, or cold? Note: See first aid for a cast or splint that may be too tight.
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | October 27, 2008 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Gavin W.G. Chalmers, DPM - Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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