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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Ankles And Foot
Question: I have a swollen foot and ankle. skin is red and warm. goes about half way up the calf. on my left side only. no injury. hurts pretty bad. some area's are redder than other areas. joint hurts. skin is really tight.
Brief Answer:
inflammation or infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The symptoms that you have are suggestive of an acute inflammation or an infection in the area. A direct examination is needed to find the exact cause. in case of infection cellulitis or abscess needs to be ruled out. This will need few investigations like X-ray and oral antibiotics with anti inflammatory agents to control the swelling.
I advise you to-
1. Take rest. It plays a key role in decreasing pain and inflammation.
2. Apply cold packs and take anti-inflammatory medications like Motrin to calm pain and inflammation.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
inflammation or infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The symptoms that you have are suggestive of an acute inflammation or an infection in the area. A direct examination is needed to find the exact cause. in case of infection cellulitis or abscess needs to be ruled out. This will need few investigations like X-ray and oral antibiotics with anti inflammatory agents to control the swelling.
I advise you to-
1. Take rest. It plays a key role in decreasing pain and inflammation.
2. Apply cold packs and take anti-inflammatory medications like Motrin to calm pain and inflammation.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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