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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Ankle?
I have Cll with TP53 mutation l have recently been in hospital with gastroenteritis for four days and when I came out my right foot and ankle were swollen and painful but l did not mention it to the nurse . Three days later and it is still swollen and quite hot . Is this normal or do I need to see a doctor?
Thu, 30 May 2019
Hello,
It could be cellulitis or a sprain.
As of now you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief.
You can also apply ice packs for faster recovery.
A short course or antibiotics can be tried empirically.
If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It could be cellulitis or a sprain.
As of now you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief.
You can also apply ice packs for faster recovery.
A short course or antibiotics can be tried empirically.
If symptoms persist, it is better to consult a physician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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