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What Causes Painful Swelling On The Ball Of Foot After Foot Injury?
Hi, I have kicked a door in temper, the ball of my foot got the worst of it. Its now very swollen, red and feels like something is moving inside, this maybe fluid. I can walk on it just about but is painful. Do I need to go to the A and E department? Thank you
Fri, 17 Jul 2015
Hello and welcome to HCM,
A swollen, red and painful ball of foot could be due to soft tissue trauma.
Trauma to the ball of foot can lead to injury to soft tissue of the foot and thus the pain.
You may take pain killer to control the pain.
Hot fomentation will also help in relieving pain and redness.
If the swelling, redness and pain do not disappear after few days, you may have to consult your primary healthcare provider.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja Puri
A swollen, red and painful ball of foot could be due to soft tissue trauma.
Trauma to the ball of foot can lead to injury to soft tissue of the foot and thus the pain.
You may take pain killer to control the pain.
Hot fomentation will also help in relieving pain and redness.
If the swelling, redness and pain do not disappear after few days, you may have to consult your primary healthcare provider.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja Puri
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