HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Foot

I have a Great dane who 2 days ago had a swollen foot,,,No puncture wounds no obvious wound. Thought maybe spider or bee sting. Soaked foot in warm water and Epsom salt, swelling went down but last night dog chewed a hudge hole on the top part of his foot. No tissue to suture together. On Antibiotics but wondering what I can do to get it to granulate in? Worried about infection??
Mon, 4 Jan 2016
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and painful foot. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like venous insufficiency injury , organ failure like particularly in the heart, liver, or kidney , gout , diabetic foot or lymphedema . I would suggest you to take antibiotics as per prescriptions regularly , take vitamin supplement for quick recovery and keep the side clean and dry . Clean the site with betadine . If condition doesn't get better then consult doctor again for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe stronger antibiotics along with anti inflammatory .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Swollen And Painful Foot

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swollen and painful foot. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like venous insufficiency injury , organ failure like particularly in the heart, liver, or kidney , gout , diabetic foot or lymphedema . I would suggest you to take antibiotics as per prescriptions regularly , take vitamin supplement for quick recovery and keep the side clean and dry . Clean the site with betadine . If condition doesn t get better then consult doctor again for proper examination . Doctor may prescribe stronger antibiotics along with anti inflammatory . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari