When to Call Your Doctor

• Check the cast and the skin around the edges of the cast everyday. Look for any damage to the cast, or any red or sore areas on the skin.



• Call the doctor immediately if any of the following happen:
  
  
  • The cast gets wet, damaged, or breaks.
  
  
  
  • Skin or nails on the fingers or toes below the cast become discolored, such as blue or gray.
  
  
  
  • Skin, fingers, or toes below the cast are numb, tingling, or cold.
  
  
  
  • The swelling is more than before the cast was put on.
  
  
  
  • Bleeding, drainage, or bad smells come from the cast.
  
  
  
  • Severe or new pain occurs.