I'm sorry to hear about the swelling and mild pain in your toe after the fall. This is a common response to injury, but it's important to manage it carefully to promote healing and prevent complications.

Here are some steps you can follow:

• Rest: Avoid putting weight on the injured toe as much as possible to prevent further damage.
• Ice: Apply a cold pack wrapped in a cloth to the swollen area for 15-20 minutes every 2-3 hours during the first 48 hours to reduce swelling and pain.
• Compression: You can gently wrap the toe with a soft bandage to help control swelling, but avoid wrapping it too tightly.
• Elevation: Keep your foot elevated above heart level when resting to reduce swelling.
• Pain relief: Over-the-counter pain relievers like paracetamol or anti-inflammatory medications may help, but these should be taken under medical advice.

Since the injury is recent and involves swelling and pain, it is important to have the toe examined by an orthopedic specialist. They can assess for possible fractures or ligament injuries and may recommend an X-ray or other imaging if needed.

If you notice increasing pain, severe swelling, changes in skin color, numbness, or difficulty moving the toe, seek medical attention promptly.

Please consult an orthopedic doctor for a thorough evaluation and appropriate treatment. If the pain or swelling worsens or you experience any alarming symptoms, do not hesitate to seek emergency care.To narrow down potential causes, we will need some more information.Please tell me your age and gender.