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Metatarsal fracture

2023-05-16 20:56:01
I have got a metatarsal fracture..i want to know is it very bad ? It's been 20 days but i didn't go for plaster .plz Just tell me is it mandatory to put plaster in my case? N if i haven't got the plaster is it going to harm me badly?
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Plaster cast should have been applied on the day one of injury.

Answered2023-05-21 00:16:39

YESNO

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Plaster is better.. If you don't want plaster, take strict rest

Answered2023-05-17 08:28:42

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Answered2023-05-17 02:56:35

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