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Does A Slightly Swollen Red Spot On The Instep Require Medical Attention?

I have a small hole/dot between my small toe, red spot on top of my foot, was swollen, hot and hard to walk, swelling is down tremdously , I am able to walk, but the red spot on top of my foot remain. Do I ignore or seek treatment since the worse of it seems to be over.
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have red spot on top of foot with mild swelling . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like achilles tendinitis , bursitis , injury, diabetic neuropathy , gout , plantar fasciitis , rheumatoid arthritis or tendinitis . Local injury can also cause such symptoms . Keep your foot clean and do not wear shoe for few days . I would suggest you to put your foot in hot water tub with epsom salt in it for 15 minutes daily , do not wear shoe for few days , do gentle massage with flax seed oil and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult podiatrist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan , MRI along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory along with recommend physical therapy . Doctor may recommend orthotic device after careful examination. .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Does A Slightly Swollen Red Spot On The Instep Require Medical Attention?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have red spot on top of foot with mild swelling . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like achilles tendinitis , bursitis , injury, diabetic neuropathy , gout , plantar fasciitis , rheumatoid arthritis or tendinitis . Local injury can also cause such symptoms . Keep your foot clean and do not wear shoe for few days . I would suggest you to put your foot in hot water tub with epsom salt in it for 15 minutes daily , do not wear shoe for few days , do gentle massage with flax seed oil and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn t get well then consult podiatrist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like CT scan , MRI along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory along with recommend physical therapy . Doctor may recommend orthotic device after careful examination. . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari