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What Causes Swelling On Top Of The Foot Post An Injury?
Question: how long after a foot bruise which happened approx. 2 weeks ago thru a fall there is swelling on top of foot near the beginning of the toes can you apply anything to bring swelling down at this time?
Brief Answer:
Hematoma, rest and cold compress
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome
I have gone through your query.
Swelling in the top of the foot post injury is likely to be hematoma. We also have to rule out hairline fracture, x-ray of the foot is required for diagnosis.
Presently I would advise you to
Do a cold compress on the area of injury. Avoid weight bearing on the foot. Keep the foot elevated on two pillows while resting. Get some mild pain killers prescribed from your doctor, in case you have pain.
Rest assured it will subside in a week or two.
But if you have persistent pain and increase in swelling, please go ahead and confirm the diagnosis by examining it by orthopedician.
The only precaution that you must keep in mind is that it should not get infected cause if it does it will turn into an abscess.
Hope this helps
Take care
Hematoma, rest and cold compress
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome
I have gone through your query.
Swelling in the top of the foot post injury is likely to be hematoma. We also have to rule out hairline fracture, x-ray of the foot is required for diagnosis.
Presently I would advise you to
Do a cold compress on the area of injury. Avoid weight bearing on the foot. Keep the foot elevated on two pillows while resting. Get some mild pain killers prescribed from your doctor, in case you have pain.
Rest assured it will subside in a week or two.
But if you have persistent pain and increase in swelling, please go ahead and confirm the diagnosis by examining it by orthopedician.
The only precaution that you must keep in mind is that it should not get infected cause if it does it will turn into an abscess.
Hope this helps
Take care
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Dr. Priyanka G Raj
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