Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How Can swelling And Pain In The Foot Be Treated?
Hello, I have pain on the inner side of my left foot. There feels like there is a bone that looks like it is swollen and tender. When I start to walk it hurts as I push off. I have started taking Ibuprofen for the pain. What do you think this could be?
posted on
Sat, 8 Apr 2017
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Sat, 13 Oct 2018
Answered on
Thu, 18 Oct 2018
Last reviewed on
Hello,
I think there may be a fracture since you notice a bone there, is red and can't make it move. I suggest you do an x-ray of the foot for further investigation. Also, another possibility is osteoarthritis or tendinitis.
Expect taking antinflamatory drugs you also can. (if it is not a fracture)
* Put foot on rest
* Band it tight
* Elevate limb
* Use cold compresses
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka,
General & Family Physician
I think there may be a fracture since you notice a bone there, is red and can't make it move. I suggest you do an x-ray of the foot for further investigation. Also, another possibility is osteoarthritis or tendinitis.
Expect taking antinflamatory drugs you also can. (if it is not a fracture)
* Put foot on rest
* Band it tight
* Elevate limb
* Use cold compresses
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka,
General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....