The bulge after recovery from a metatarsal fracture is usually the formation of a bone scab, which is mostly normal. If the bump is accompanied by pain, swelling and other discomforts, it may be related to local hematoma, traumatic scarring and other factors. Conservative treatments such as hot compresses and physiotherapy can be used, and surgery can be performed if necessary.
The bump after recovery of metatarsal fracture is usually the formation of bone scab, which is a normal phenomenon of fracture healing. It is due to the rapid growth of the external bone scab, forming a package to the fracture end, and the external bone scab is not completely remodeled after the fracture is healed, resulting in the metatarsal fracture foot surface higher than a piece.
If there is pain, swelling and other discomfort in the raised area. It may be caused by incomplete absorption of hematoma during fracture healing, or scarring due to soft tissue injury around the fracture. This condition can usually be treated with conservative treatment such as hot compresses or grilled electricity, and if the conservative treatment is not effective, the patient can undergo surgical treatment.
If you are not sure whether it is normal or not, it is recommended to consult your doctor for follow-up.