Suggest Treatment For Leg Pain

Posted on Fri, 6 Oct 2017

Question: my leg is feeling worse. I want to know if this is dangerous or something
that will go away. the pain starts at the red area and goes all the way to
my toes which feel like they are asleep but very sensitive. I am
uncomfortable with hospitals, clinics,and doctors anything like that is a
trigger for me. there is no texture difference between the normal areas of
my leg and the discoloration area. it doesn't feel warmer to the touch than
elsewhere. actually I am concerned that this could be serious however my
problem with my inability to cope with medical attention and situations has
kept me from seeking in person evaluation. What I really need to know is it
absolutely necessary to go to the clinic? Please help with your opinion
keeping in mind that the dr visit will take enough out of me where I will
be emotionally and mentally drained leaving me a wreck for several days.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
inflammation of the area below the skin, kindly give further details .

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear

Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly with attached 2 photographs .

* This is due to inflammation of area below skin due to various reasons .
It is not dangerous at present , but if neglected can be .

* Kindly provide further details so that I can answer it more precisely .

1. Duration of the same .
2. History of insect bite or else .
3. Systemic illness as diabetes or other .

* Guidelines at present

- Apply ice over the area every 4 hourly for 5 minutes each .
- Tab . Ibuprofen ( 400 ) mg 4 times a day after meals .
- Keep the leg elevated over 3 pillows when resting .
- Avoid direct weight bearing till possible .
- Watch for fever , level of swelling .

Awaiting for your response .
Regards .

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (19 minutes later)

I have not had insect bite nor injury. has been this way 5-7 days, discoloration came yesterday.
have MA currently symptom free

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Cellulitis . needed guidelines provided .

Detailed Answer:
Hi welcome

Thanks for the details .

* Cellulitis management requires antibiotic assistance for faster recovery and
prevention of further infection .

* Strongly recommended to at least consult your doctor for antibiotic prescription
as we recommend cephalosporin or penicillin group of antibiotics for better
results .

* Keep the part clean with antiseptic liquids .
Local application of turmeric paste ( thin layer 3 times a day ) help with its
anti microbial properties .

Hope this will help you for sure .
Welcome for any further assistance .

Wishing you fine recovery .
Regards .

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj