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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Pain On Foot

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Posted on Mon, 6 Jul 2015
Question: Hi swelling,painfully to walk on right foot. Swollen top of the foot,closer to ankle. It does loosen up as I'm forced to walk on it . I'm male and 34 yrs old.Have a history of knee joint issues. I work outside all day,plus wet boots on many days."
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Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
It looks like Cellulitis.

Detailed Answer:
As per your description, it looks like Cellulitis of the foot.It is infection of the skin and the sub cutaneous tissue due to bacteria commonly.
It has no relation to knee joint issues.
Do not strain the affected lower limb.Keep the limb elevated.
In my opinion, you should take Antibiotic like Clindamycin capsule along with anti inflammatory tablet.
Nothing to worry. It will come down.
Hope I answered your query. If you have any questions, I will clarify further. If possible, please attach Photo of the affected area.
Wish you good health.
Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Pain On Foot

Brief Answer: It looks like Cellulitis. Detailed Answer: As per your description, it looks like Cellulitis of the foot.It is infection of the skin and the sub cutaneous tissue due to bacteria commonly. It has no relation to knee joint issues. Do not strain the affected lower limb.Keep the limb elevated. In my opinion, you should take Antibiotic like Clindamycin capsule along with anti inflammatory tablet. Nothing to worry. It will come down. Hope I answered your query. If you have any questions, I will clarify further. If possible, please attach Photo of the affected area. Wish you good health. Regards