Toe, Foot, And Ankle Injuries: Check Your Symptoms
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When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Are you unable to free a trapped foot from an object, such as a pipe, toy, or jar?
See significance of a trapped toe or foot 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.
- Yes
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Do you have severe pain?
Is your trapped toe or foot pale, white, blue, or cold when compared to your other foot?
Do you have toe or foot numbness?
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Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
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Are you unable to free a trapped foot from an object using home treatment measures, but you do not have any other symptoms?
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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