How Should Pain In The Heel Area Along With Ankle Swelling Be Medically Addressed?

Posted on Mon, 7 Mar 2022

Question: For the last 3 weeks the bottom of my feet, especially the heel area, are very painful. Also my ankles swell each day especially the ankles and I never had this type of situation.
What type of physician should I see? Immediately?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Gopal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Could be plantar fasciitis

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Pain in the heel area, esp., if it is in early morning is due to plantar fasciitis most often. For this pain killers, local heat application and silicone heels are recommended. If there is no improvement in 3 weeks then local injection of steroids or PRP may be given. X-ray both heel lateral views are to be done to see any bony growth.

As far as ankle swelling is concerned, it is generally not associated with plantar fasciitis but usually due to some medical causes.
I recommend you consult a physician for this ankle swelling and orthopedic surgeon for heel pain. It is seemingly not an emergency.

Thanks for the question. Please feel free to ask any other question.

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