Infant with edematous, erythematous toe

Author/s: 
Osmani, S., Stulberg, D., Osmani, O.
Date Added: 
October 14, 2021
Journal/Publication: 
MDedge
Publication Date: 
October 7, 2021
Type: 
Meta-analyses, Reviews, and Guidelines

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Abstract

A 3-month-old baby presented with a tender and swollen fourth toe and increasing irritability. On examination, the distal portion of the digit was pale and cold to the touch. There was a delay in capillary refill time.

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