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Question: I have pain in my left heal. There is a bump that is in pain when I walk. Prior to the bump I just had pain and stiffness. I believe it may be the Achilles' tendon
Brief Answer:
Can be tendonitis or fasciitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello, Welcome to HCM..
Thanks for posting your query.
The pain in the heel can be due to achilles tendonitis or plantar fasciitis.
A short term rest and oral anti inflammatory drugs are required to take care of the inflammation.
To help the pain, ice the area. You can use either a store-bought cold pack or a frozen wet towel. Ice for 10 or 15 minutes. To reduce inflammation, take an aspirin or ibuprofen at mealtime.
A 4-inch wide Crepe bandage wrapped around the region also helps reduce discomfort. In case the pain persists or lump increases then do consult an orthopedician for physical examination and prescription medicines.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Can be tendonitis or fasciitis.
Detailed Answer:
Hello, Welcome to HCM..
Thanks for posting your query.
The pain in the heel can be due to achilles tendonitis or plantar fasciitis.
A short term rest and oral anti inflammatory drugs are required to take care of the inflammation.
To help the pain, ice the area. You can use either a store-bought cold pack or a frozen wet towel. Ice for 10 or 15 minutes. To reduce inflammation, take an aspirin or ibuprofen at mealtime.
A 4-inch wide Crepe bandage wrapped around the region also helps reduce discomfort. In case the pain persists or lump increases then do consult an orthopedician for physical examination and prescription medicines.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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