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Suggest Treatment For Discoloration On Foot After Undergoing Ankle Surgery
I had surgery on my left ankle to get a bone growth removed because I have osteochondromatosis and it was causing problems. However, 2 weeks later, my foot still has a very noticeable discoloring on the top of my foot. It starts towards the ankle and continues up through my big toe (the darkest area). I thought removing the growth would make the coloring go away but it s just gotten worse. Any opinions? Thanks!
Wed, 2 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you havediscoloration on foot after undergoing ankle surgery. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query pigmented purpuric dermatosis (schambergs disease ) or psoriatic arthritis . It can also occur due to hematoma caused by internal bleeding , infection like fungal or bacterial or necrosis. I suggest you to apply a moderately potent topical steroid e.g triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% cream Or mometasone furoate 0.1% cream, twice daily for a few days apply ice pack twice a day , also take vitamin C tablets for a week for quick recovery . If condition persist then consult your surgeon for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may also refer you to dermatologist.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you havediscoloration on foot after undergoing ankle surgery. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query pigmented purpuric dermatosis (schambergs disease ) or psoriatic arthritis . It can also occur due to hematoma caused by internal bleeding , infection like fungal or bacterial or necrosis. I suggest you to apply a moderately potent topical steroid e.g triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% cream Or mometasone furoate 0.1% cream, twice daily for a few days apply ice pack twice a day , also take vitamin C tablets for a week for quick recovery . If condition persist then consult your surgeon for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may also refer you to dermatologist.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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