HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Swelling Of Foot And Sore Painful Legs?

default
Posted on Sat, 10 May 2014
Question: over the last year my left foot has become swolen. at about 14 months calf is as well but it stoped at my knee. in the last week I noticed my right foot starting to swell. this should not be happening to me. (run down) I'm 48 not sick good health. complications 5years ago sitting at red light goot t-boned by car. surgery was done to repair L3,L4,L5 and S1 they were fused. yes back is still soar and pain in lower and legs but I try to stay away from the drugs norco is strongest gabupatten 100 & 300 for morning and night. ok a doc told my to take a water pill makes me pee more. but still swollen both now. why? hope i gave enough info. wife is a rn smart one too. says you all like info. hoping for the best "D"
doctor
Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (23 minutes later)
Brief Answer: You need inv and examination to see for root cause Detailed Answer: Hello, I have studied your case. Your symptoms suggest possibility of Deep vein thrombosis. Ultrasonography/colour Doppler leg will help to rule pathology leading to pain and swelling like deep vein thrombosis. I will advise you to do repeat MRI spine to see for any nerve compression. Consulting your doctor infection /cellulitis can be ruled out; antibiotic can be started according to examination.Raised blood pressure with kidney impairment can give rise to foot swelling. If required you may need to do blood investigation for prognosis and recovery. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. Continue your medication. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.
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
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Practicing since :1998

Answered : 5164 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask an Orthopaedic Surgeon
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
What Causes Swelling Of Foot And Sore Painful Legs?

Brief Answer: You need inv and examination to see for root cause Detailed Answer: Hello, I have studied your case. Your symptoms suggest possibility of Deep vein thrombosis. Ultrasonography/colour Doppler leg will help to rule pathology leading to pain and swelling like deep vein thrombosis. I will advise you to do repeat MRI spine to see for any nerve compression. Consulting your doctor infection /cellulitis can be ruled out; antibiotic can be started according to examination.Raised blood pressure with kidney impairment can give rise to foot swelling. If required you may need to do blood investigation for prognosis and recovery. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. Continue your medication. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.