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Swelling and pain in the instep of the left foot
swelling is fluid retention that has accumilated in a small area, raising the foot allows the fluid to flow back up the body. ice pack.....to cool the blood maybe?
Foot swelling can be caused by a variety of illnesses and conditions. Diabetes, phlebitis, and a twisted ankle are some of the reasons. A doctor will need to evaluate and treat the foot swelling.
No. Athlete's foot is a fungal condition that causes, in extreme cases, oozing out of fluids. But swelling of the feet would have another cause. Best check with your doctor.
Swelling of the foot can indicate a condition known as gout. It is caused by too much uric acid in the body, and results in swelling of the hands, fingers, and toes.
Yes it is possible, I broke my foot in two spots and there was barely any swelling.
A displacement of two major bones of the foot (hallux valgus) causes bunions, although not everyone with this displacement will develop the joint swelling and bone overgrowth that characterize a bunion.
could be cellulitus, or a blood clot in the leg
Pain in the ball of the foot with swelling on the side could be due to a problem with plantar fasciitis. You can see a doctor for treatment or you can prop your foot up and put ice on it to see if it helps.
Tendonitis is the result of irritation or inflammation of a tendon. Some of the common causes of tendonitis include: repetitive strain, injury, too much strain, or as a result arthritis and/or diabetes. The common symptoms for tendonitis include: restricted movement, pain when the area is moved/touched, burning sensation, swelling and pain when under pressure. These symptoms can range from mild to severe pain and discomfort.
A lump in your foot could be soft tissue swelling, a bony problem or a skin problem.
Primary lymphedema is an inherited condition, where the patient is born without lymph vessels and nodes. The swelling associated with primary lymphedema usually occurs during adolescence and affects the foot or calf.