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What Causes Swollen Feet Post A Hallux Limitus Surgery?
Question: My close friend has had a swollen foot ever since she had surgery for hallux limitus in about 2000. Very recently that same looking situation has moved up to below her knee. It is not painful and when you press it a dent will remain for a moment. What advice might you have?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have a few more requests to make before providing helpful tips about this.
1. Are both legs affected?
2. Kindly upload an image for review. This way, the response would take into consideration the specific degree to swelling noted.
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I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivo Ditah, Internal Medicine Specialist
Upload an image for review!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have a few more requests to make before providing helpful tips about this.
1. Are both legs affected?
2. Kindly upload an image for review. This way, the response would take into consideration the specific degree to swelling noted.
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.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivo Ditah, Internal Medicine Specialist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Only the left. Very active person. Not overweight. Does annual physicals. Thanks.
Brief Answer:
Probably lymphedema!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
This is probably caused by failure of the fluid from this end to be returned to the heart easily. It could be caused by failed veins or blocked lymphatic vessels.
Helpful tips:
1. Raise legs when seated
2. Ask the doctor about compressive stockings
3. Exercise as often as possible: At least 150mins/week
4. REduce salt consumption.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivo Ditah, Internal Medicine Specialist
Probably lymphedema!
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
This is probably caused by failure of the fluid from this end to be returned to the heart easily. It could be caused by failed veins or blocked lymphatic vessels.
Helpful tips:
1. Raise legs when seated
2. Ask the doctor about compressive stockings
3. Exercise as often as possible: At least 150mins/week
4. REduce salt consumption.
Hope I have answered your query.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivo Ditah, Internal Medicine Specialist
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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