Metatarsal fracture of the child
The symptoms of a metatarsal fracture in a child are usually no different from those of an adult. The main symptoms are pain, which can be caused by pressure, swelling and bruising in a child’s metatarsal fracture. In open fractures, one or more bone fragments pierce the skin.
Depending on the age of the affected child and the severity of the injury, however, it can be difficult to differentiate the symptoms. A diagnosis is particularly difficult in children who are unable to communicate the extent and location of the pain. By carefully observing the child’s reaction when touching the foot, the problem can be limited to the metatarsus.
Whether a metatarsal fracture is actually a metatarsal fracture can also be determined in children by taking X-rays. In the case of an open fracture, there is generally an increased risk of inflammation, which typically manifests itself as fever, reddening of the skin and overheating of the skin.
