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What Causes Foot Discoloration While Treating Cellulitis?

I have been diagnosed with cellulitis on my left foot and have been prescribed 2 antibiotics by mouth and 1 by ointment plus pain medication and have been taking this for 2 1/2 days. I am noticing my foot is discoloring and turning black and blue in all the places where there is open sores. Could this be a side effect or should I go back to the Emergency Room.
Mon, 18 Jan 2016
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welcome to hcm,
I really appreciate your concern,
Get evaluated by a surgeon.
I would advise you to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. You must keep your leg raised using pillows or a chair. Maintain hand hygiene by washing with chlorhexidine washing. Take the medicine regularly. You can take pain killers to relieve pain. If you see necrosis and change in skin color then I would suggest you to get it evaluated by the surgeon.
Please let me know if you have any further questions.
Thanks. regards.
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What Causes Foot Discoloration While Treating Cellulitis?

welcome to hcm, I really appreciate your concern, Get evaluated by a surgeon. I would advise you to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. You must keep your leg raised using pillows or a chair. Maintain hand hygiene by washing with chlorhexidine washing. Take the medicine regularly. You can take pain killers to relieve pain. If you see necrosis and change in skin color then I would suggest you to get it evaluated by the surgeon. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Thanks. regards.