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Suggest Medication For Swelling And Red Spots On Foot And Ankle After Surgery

I had surgery on my right foot & ankle 2 weeks ago and am in a cast. My left foot, ankle, and leg are extremely swollen from being my only weight-bearer. However, I also have red, blotchy spots on my foot, ankle, & leg that are sometimes warm to the touch. I have been elevating my foot and using an ice pack. Are the red blotchy spots anything of concern?
posted on Fri, 8 Aug 2014
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Dear Sir/Madam
I have gone through your query and read your symptoms.
In my opinion, you had surgery on one side and you are weight bearing on the other side, has your doctor allowed you to do this, or this is your own treatment, usually you have to be on bed with limbs elevated, so that no swelling occurs. look of infection and allergy as far as your red blotches are concerned.
I hope that answers your query. If you want any more clarification, contact me back.
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Suggest Medication For Swelling And Red Spots On Foot And Ankle After Surgery

Dear Sir/Madam I have gone through your query and read your symptoms. In my opinion, you had surgery on one side and you are weight bearing on the other side, has your doctor allowed you to do this, or this is your own treatment, usually you have to be on bed with limbs elevated, so that no swelling occurs. look of infection and allergy as far as your red blotches are concerned. I hope that answers your query. If you want any more clarification, contact me back.