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What Causes Swelling Of Feet And Ankles?

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Posted on Mon, 12 Jan 2015
Question: My feet and ankles are swollen. I have been smoking Meth (ice) but this dose not usually happen. I also am using steroids. What do you think is causing it ?

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Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
cellulitis

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

Thanks for uploading the photos,, I have seen them

Your feet not only looks swollen but it is also red and inflammed, it is most likely to be cellulitis secondary to steroids.

Here is what you should do

1. Taper and stop steroids after consulting your physician
2. Cellulitis needs to be treated with antibiotics like amox with clavulunate thrice a day and clindamycin
3. Avoid strenuous physical activity until you are better

Please do not ignore this any further, meet your physician as soon as possible

I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me

Regards
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What Causes Swelling Of Feet And Ankles?

Brief Answer: cellulitis Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query Thanks for uploading the photos,, I have seen them Your feet not only looks swollen but it is also red and inflammed, it is most likely to be cellulitis secondary to steroids. Here is what you should do 1. Taper and stop steroids after consulting your physician 2. Cellulitis needs to be treated with antibiotics like amox with clavulunate thrice a day and clindamycin 3. Avoid strenuous physical activity until you are better Please do not ignore this any further, meet your physician as soon as possible I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me Regards