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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Left Ankle And Leg
Question: I have swelling of my left ankle and leg. I also have water blisters on the leg that are new--just started about a week ago. Only my left leg is swollen. I have no pain. this swelling has been here for over two years but the water blisters are new.
Brief Answer:
kindly upload an image for review!
Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this swelling and the blisters that you have mentioned and all the inconveniences this has caused you. This might be suggestive of an infection which truly justifies antibiotics. I have reviewed this information fully and it would be very important to obtain an image and review. This way I can provide a more personalised and helpful response to you.
To upload an image, click on the upload icon to the right of your dashboard and follow the onscreen instructions. You may also send it directly to customer service at YYYY@YYYY and request that it should be uploaded to your query.
I hope to hear from you and promise to respond promptly. Until next, I wish you well.
kindly upload an image for review!
Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.
I am so sorry to hear about this swelling and the blisters that you have mentioned and all the inconveniences this has caused you. This might be suggestive of an infection which truly justifies antibiotics. I have reviewed this information fully and it would be very important to obtain an image and review. This way I can provide a more personalised and helpful response to you.
To upload an image, click on the upload icon to the right of your dashboard and follow the onscreen instructions. You may also send it directly to customer service at YYYY@YYYY and request that it should be uploaded to your query.
I hope to hear from you and promise to respond promptly. Until next, I wish you well.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I don't have a photo of my leg. Could it be cellulitis? It is red but not warm to the touch.
Brief Answer:
Yes, probably cellulitis or erysipelas
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Without an image, the two most likely infection types are cellulitis and erysipelas. They are both managed with antibiotics. Avoid anti inflammatory drugs and this can help the infection to spread even further.
I hope this helps. I wish you well and keep me posted!
Yes, probably cellulitis or erysipelas
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Without an image, the two most likely infection types are cellulitis and erysipelas. They are both managed with antibiotics. Avoid anti inflammatory drugs and this can help the infection to spread even further.
I hope this helps. I wish you well and keep me posted!
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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