What Causes Swollen Blotchy Feet With Occasional Itchiness?

Posted on Fri, 15 Apr 2016

Question: I have swollen blotchy feet that are occasionally itchy , this happens a couple of times a year and lasts for a day or two . I have no allergies .

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Kindly answer the following and elaborate your question to advise accordingly

Do you have the swelling now.
If so, can you upload an image of the feet, if appropriate.
If you can not upload an image or the swelling is not present, can you elaborate what sort of skin manifestation is there with the swelling. Please describe any rash pattern that appears with the swelling.
Do you have varicose veins.
Do you have a history of gout or hypertension or recurrent fungal infection involving the feet.

Wishing you best of health

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (3 minutes later)

I uploaded a picture they are swollen with numbness when i walk and thd skin has redness to the soles and turns white to touch , no history of gout hypertension , varicose veins on my thighs

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (9 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Explained in detail

Detailed Answer:
Hello again.

Based on the history that you described and the images that you uploaded, here are the possible conclusions.

There are many causes leading to swollen legs most common of which is injury to feet, ankle sprain or dislocation. Since there was no history of trauma so that is unlikely.
Cellulitis which is bacterial infection of skin can lead to red swollen painful foot. Venous insufficiency , Phlebitis, thrombophlebitis are also known causes that lead to such a presentation.
Insect bites and stings as well as
Allergic reactions/ contact dermatitis are some of the most commonly reported causes. In your case they are the most likely, too.
Chronic kidney conditions, congestive heart failure, chronic liver disease can present similarly.
Primary Lymphedema may be the cause which is hereditary and can present like this. My advice would be to apply calamine lotion locally and take an antihistamine such as hydroxyzine or levocetirizine for now. If the swelling persists then
Work up should be done to exclude all these causes and possibilities which I described.
You can discuss these options with your doctor.

wishing you best of health

Please consult your doctor before taking any further course of action

Dr M.S Khalil

thanks

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar