Suggest Treatment For Severe Swelling In The Left Foot

Posted on Mon, 4 Sep 2017

Question: Hello Doctor,
I have had my left foot swollen (from ankle down to foot bed, no toes) on and off for about 2 years now, especially after a day of working. I sit and also move around at work. When I raise my foot up after work, the swelling usually gradually goes away after a night sleep. No pain is involved. When I press on it, it feels soft and depressable.
When I mentioned this to my family doctor 1.5 yrs ago, she just commented it might be poor circulation, without suggesting any test like ultrasound. I'm very healthy. Result from blood test came out fine, only sugar was at borderline of low.
I usually wear flat or tennis shoes at work. My shoes are not tight.
No problem with right foot.

What should I do? What problem this could be?

Thank you

Answered by Dr. Dr Manjunath Metri (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
It's a normal physiology in some people

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HealthcareMagic..
I thank you for posting your query here and I'm definitely going to help you out..

I read your question completely and have understood it well enough..
Please note..

1. Yes, this is a normal physiology we see in few people.. Do not worry

2. Usually people who have had their veins removed, defective Lymphatic system, diabetics, or the one who has had recurrent cellulitis develop this.

3. But, I'm sure, you might have had none of the above mentioned things.

4. It is normal and will not pose any major problems.
Do not worry..
Neglect it..

Hope this helps you.
In case you need further assistance, please contact me back.
Or, you can close the question and rate.
Take care..

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Dr Manjunath Metri (9 days later)

Thanks Dr. Metri,

I hope so too, no serious problem.

You're right about people who have had veins removed might develop this... I have had some injections in the past to help reduce appearance of my veins on both legs. That might be the cause.

Answered by Dr. Dr Manjunath Metri (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, do not worry..

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome back..
I thank you for getting back with your opinion..

I have seen many such cases.
It won't be a serious problem, trust me.
Take care..
All the best..

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana