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possible broken toe

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donna82193
donna82193

Hello

I stubbed my toe last night. It is swollen andblack so I think its broken. My questquestion is....... I would usually just strap it next to the other toe but now I have ra im nit so sure. Is it worth going to a and e??

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  • RMRS214
    RMRS214 donna82193

    Posted

    Please don't go to A&E there's so little they can do for a possible broken toe! If you're really really concerned call 111 and ask for advice over the phone. Having RA myself I totally get why you'd be concerned. Rest it, maybe a compress to ease the swelling and pain relief should set you straight x
    • donna82193
      donna82193 RMRS214

      Posted

      Yes my thoughts too. Was just worried in case I cause more damage re the ra. In fairness compared to thr rs its not that painful lol. I wont strap it due to ra swelling. Thanku. X
  • anne04253
    anne04253 donna82193

    Posted

    I've never had a broken toe, sounds painful though! I would probably  follow the first aid advice - Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, I think?
  • sandy67
    sandy67 donna82193

    Posted

    Blimey Donna how did you manage to do that?! You don't do things by halves do you! You're really going though it at the mo! Xx
    • donna82193
      donna82193 sandy67

      Posted

      Hello

      Will email u at the weekend. I stubbed on my bed. Crazy I know. Hope your ok. X x

    • sandy67
      sandy67 donna82193

      Posted

      I am fine, op went ok and I am up and abou now. Speak soon xx
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