What do I do about a foot injury ?

about a week ago I fell . somehow I injured my right foot . either fore foot or big toe or both. I can walk . the pain is relieved with 2 advil . however ,it swells.
no insurance , how do I know if it is broken ? will ice take away the swelling ? how long before it goes to normal?

if the area is brused you probly brke somthing or brused it badly

See a Doc

Podiatrist

if it was broken it would take more than 2 advil!
go easy on it for a few days

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