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FACT |
| You can't do anything for a broken toe A broken toe is a fractured bone. |
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If not set, the toe may heal deformed and later cause pain or problems |
| Gout is caused by eating rich foods |
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Gout is an imbalance of uric acid in the bloodstream, which can be exacerbated by a purine-rich diet. A podiatrist can provide immediate gout relief. |
| Corns are caused by tight shoes |
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While a tight shoe may rub on a toe, causing a corn, the toe is usually bent (hammer toe). This is a biomechanical condition, and can be treated surgically. |
| Infected ingrown nails must be treated with oral antibiotics |
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While antibiotics may be needed, the infected ingrown nail will usually not heal unless the offending nail spicule is removed. |
