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What Causes Swollen And Painful Foot?

I kicked a wall yesterday and my foot was in pain. It wasn't swollen or bruised, just difficult to walk on. I immediately elevated my foot and used ice. It didn't hurt to touch. Throughout the night, my foot was warm and stiff. Once I woke up this morning, the pain was worse. I went to work today and had a very difficult time walking. The pain and swelling is on the left side of my right foot, by the arch. I also have some pain on the top of my foot near my ankle. Does this sound more like a sprain or a fracture? I plan on resting tomorrow since I am off work.
Wed, 22 Apr 2015
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HI, i have read carefully your query.

Since you you have swelling ankle and pain, the trauma of your foot is not just a simple kick. The most of the chances are for a sprain or ligament distortion but you have to do a x-ray examination of your ankle to check your foot bones. After you ensure you don't have any fracture you may rest on bed and take some anti-inflammatory drugs to treat your edema and pain.

Take care.
Dr Eriol
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What Causes Swollen And Painful Foot?

HI, i have read carefully your query. Since you you have swelling ankle and pain, the trauma of your foot is not just a simple kick. The most of the chances are for a sprain or ligament distortion but you have to do a x-ray examination of your ankle to check your foot bones. After you ensure you don t have any fracture you may rest on bed and take some anti-inflammatory drugs to treat your edema and pain. Take care. Dr Eriol