A stubbed toe can be quite painful, but you can often manage it at home. Talk with a healthcare professional if you notice anything unusual, like a change in skin color or the shape of your toe.

Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

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