Toe, Foot, and Ankle Problems, Noninjury
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Does your toe bend in an odd direction?
See significance of a toe that bends in an odd direction if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Is your bent toe affecting your balance or ability to walk?
Yes Is the skin over your bent toe becoming red or irritated from rubbing on your shoe, and you also have diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, or an immune system problem?
You may wait to see if the symptoms improve over the next 24 hours (or specified time period) if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Has the skin over your bent toe remained red or irritated for 72 hours or longer from rubbing against your shoe?
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.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: February 8, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Gavin W.G. Chalmers, DPM - Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery | |
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