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How To Treat Bruising And Swelling On The Foot?

I had the side of my bed fall on my foot. It was solid wood about 30 lbs. I wasn t wearing or socks at the time. I am in alot of pain. It hurts when I walk. I am swollen on the top of my foot all the way to my toes. I am also starting to bruise all around the swelling.I have been icing and keeping elevated but it hurts bad to bend my foot and is really tender to the touch. Wondering if I should keeping doing what I am doing or go to med center. This happened two days ago. Thanks!
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,

Your symptoms seem to be related to an injury of the foot. An X-ray is needed to check for a fracture. Meanwhile, I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to treat the pain. I also suggest using cold compresses for local application. I recommend to maintain the foot immobilized.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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How To Treat Bruising And Swelling On The Foot?

Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to an injury of the foot. An X-ray is needed to check for a fracture. Meanwhile, I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen to treat the pain. I also suggest using cold compresses for local application. I recommend to maintain the foot immobilized. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician