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What Causes Swelling In The Ball Of The Foot?

Posted on Fri, 13 Jan 2017

Question: I have slight swelling on the ball of my foot. NO pain. I did damage my knee, unknown issue months ago but it is pretty well healed, some pain. Wondering if the foot swelling is related to the knee injury

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Can yon please upload an image of this swelling ?

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I'm so sorry to hear about this swelling. I will need to review the exact location and nature of this swelling in order to be able to weigh in and provide a reasonable response to you. This way, your response would be personalized and helpful.

To upload an image, simply click on the link to upload a file and follow the instructions. If this proves difficult, please send the image by mail to YYYY@YYYY and request that the image should be uploaded to your query.

I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here.

Awaiting....

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (22 minutes later)

I sent a puctur to the customer care email addresse

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (27 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You need to see a podiatrist!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

You need to see a [podiatrist for adapted footwear. This is a charcot foot, something which is most common with diabetic patients. Do you by any chance have been evaluated for diabetes?

The podiatrist would evaluate the leg an make a recommendation to enable equitable pressure distribution on the soles so as to address this.

I wish you well, feel free to get back to me if need be.

Regards

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee