Digits 1 through 5

What does "Digits 1 through 5" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Digits 1 through 5" in a medical document refers to the five toes on a foot. In a non-medical context, the term "digits" is often used to refer to fingers, but in this case, it's used to refer to toes. So, when a medical report mentions "digits 1 through 5", it's simply talking about all the toes on a foot, from the big toe (digit 1) to the little toe (digit 5).

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