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[|Human|] hi I kicked a wall last week when I was mad with the bottom of my foot. My arch hurt a little bit the next day but after motrin and ice felt better. However I am a hairstylist and am on my feet most of the day. A week later my foot is still swollen and purple can this be a fracture or just a tendon that is strained?
[|AI|]  Hello, As per the history, you mentioned it sounds to be a bone hurt. But a hair line fracture cannot be observed from outside, so an x-ray should be taken for confirmation. Hope that should reveal a lot about your injury. Also, if it's a fracture than based on that the treatment plan will be made and if it's not a fracture than with just a brace and little rest for a week or so you should do fine.  But do consider that x-ray is a must if your pain doesn't subside for more than 48-72 hours. Better conscious than being predictable. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Jay In Chat Doctor.