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Hurt Foot, Swollen, Sore Bump On It. What Is The Cure?

I dropped a bottle on my foot while cleaning out my cupboard. My foot is slollen and very sore across the front and has a bump on it by the big toe that is probably 2 round. Is there any thing else I can do I took Bayer Back and Body till I get to the doctor? Please help.
Thu, 26 Dec 2013
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hi,

I can understand your concern for sore bump on foot after injury.

For time being period you can apply antibiotic cream such as fucidin or mupirocin and take pain killer tablets such diclofenac or paracetamol.

Do not try to even touch or pinch the area as can cause more aggravation of the problem and spread of the infection.

If it is increasing despite the treatment then meet a dermatologist or any family physician and get a proper treatment without delay for the oral antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin or cefadroxyl 500 mg two times a day for 5 days to prevent secondary infection.

Keep you foot elevated and do not stand for long hours as it will cause swelling and more pain.

Take care.
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Hurt Foot, Swollen, Sore Bump On It. What Is The Cure?

Hi, I can understand your concern for sore bump on foot after injury. For time being period you can apply antibiotic cream such as fucidin or mupirocin and take pain killer tablets such diclofenac or paracetamol. Do not try to even touch or pinch the area as can cause more aggravation of the problem and spread of the infection. If it is increasing despite the treatment then meet a dermatologist or any family physician and get a proper treatment without delay for the oral antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin or cefadroxyl 500 mg two times a day for 5 days to prevent secondary infection. Keep you foot elevated and do not stand for long hours as it will cause swelling and more pain. Take care.