What Causes Numbness And Pain In Foot After Injury To Heel?

Posted on Tue, 9 Sep 2014

Question: I cut my heel and did not clean the area immediately, I have now experienced numbness and pain in my foot, like a burning of the skin, and up my leg on the side where I experienced the cut for the past 4 days. I have since cleaned the area, though I am still experiencing the symptoms. I am not sure if I should go to urgent care

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You should take medicines.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
As it is an open wound, chances of infection are more.
So, you should take some Antibiotic and anti inflammatory tablets.
Numbness is due to some minor nerve injury.
Usually, I prescribe tablet containing Methyl cobalamine to my patients with similar complaints.
You should consult your doctor and get the wound dressed.
Nothing to worry.
It will come down.
Keep your affected limb elevated.
Wish you good health.
Regards

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