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Bone fracture
Hello, i recently fractured my foot (closed 5th metatarsal fracture mid shaft), i would like to know if i require surgical operation because it's slightly displaced. how long will it take to heal? is it serious?
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Slightly displaced midshaft fracture of 5th MT,closed injury is usually managed conservatively. It usually heals in 6-8 weeks.
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