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Suggest Treatment For Extreme Pain And Swelling In Right Ankle

Got sunburned over a week ago and for 6 days it was almost unbearable to even walk. Swelling in lower calves and ankles are getting better until I am on my feet again, which causes extreme pain and swelling in right ankle. Not sure If I should just wait it out or if something else could be wrong. It also looks like a bruise now and is slighlty numb to the touch
Thu, 25 Jun 2020
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Hello,

* As per my clinical experience, the extreme pain and swelling in right ankle indicates cellulitis after the sunburn.

My guidelines for better recovery

- keep the foot elevated over a support of 3 pillows when resting
- avoid prolong standing, walking, sitting with legs dependent position
- get prescription of antibiotics as penicillin or cephalosporin anti inflammatory medicines proteolytic enzymes for faster and smooth recovery and prevention of secondary bacterial infection.
- control of blood sugar is very essential part of therapy.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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Suggest Treatment For Extreme Pain And Swelling In Right Ankle

Hello, * As per my clinical experience, the extreme pain and swelling in right ankle indicates cellulitis after the sunburn. My guidelines for better recovery - keep the foot elevated over a support of 3 pillows when resting - avoid prolong standing, walking, sitting with legs dependent position - get prescription of antibiotics as penicillin or cephalosporin anti inflammatory medicines proteolytic enzymes for faster and smooth recovery and prevention of secondary bacterial infection. - control of blood sugar is very essential part of therapy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel