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What Do Pain And Fluid-buildup In The Toe And Ankle Indicate?

Posted on Fri, 10 Nov 2017

Question: I have foot pain that started with small pocket if fluid on top of my foot. x4days) Now pain has moved to big toe and behind ankle. Squeezing pain in foot. I have very high arch.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Cellulitis with blister formation over foot .

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear

Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* This seems possible cellulitis with blister formation involving foot .

Kindly provide further details so that I can answer your query completely .

1. Changes involving overlying skin as alteration in temperature , color .
2. Systemic features as fever .
3. Any difficulty in walking .
4. Taking any medications , then details .
5. If possible , a photo pic as an attachment in follow up to evaluate it more
precisely .

Awaiting for your response .

Regards .

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (13 hours later)

There is no blister. Just pocket of fluid. Today it has moved to side of foot and 3 larger toes. Mainly the big toe. Not able to put weight on it.

Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (4 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Inflammatory issue . recommendations provided .

Detailed Answer:
Welcome for the follow up .

Thanks for the details .

* Inflammatory issue with presented symptoms .

* Guidelines for better recovery

- Keep the leg elevated over 3 pillows when resting .
- Avoid direct pressure baring , high hills .
- Tab. ibuprofen ( 400 ) mg 3 times a day after meals with antacids preferably .

- Ice application for 5 minutes each 3 times a day .
- Need doctor visit for antibiotic prescription ( in our clinic , we recommend
cephalosporin group of antibiotics for varying period of time ) and ultrasound
examination of the local part .

Hope this will help you for sure .

Wishing you fine recovery from the same .
Regards dear 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. Prasad