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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.
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What should I use hot or cold compress for unknown reason for ankle and foot swelling?
Swelling should always be treated with COLD compress, not hot. But if the swelling persists or returns, see a doctor to find out what is causing it.
Does your foot swell with a chipped bone?
Any injury even without a chipped bone can cause swelling
Bone Nuclear Medicine Scan of foot white spots shown?
I had a nuclear bone scan because of swelling and fracture of the foot. The swollen foot ( of 5 months) lite up like a Chrismas tree? What does this mean?
What causes pain in the instep of foot?
Swelling and pain in the instep of the left foot
Does alcohol cause swelling in feet?
http://myhealth-net.blogspot.com health care in this site checkout Swelling in the ankles/feet can be caused by liver problems. One of the signs of liver failure is swelling in the legs. The liver cannot remove the toxins efficiently, so they accumulate in the legs. I know this because I had a co-worker that was being treated for liver failure (on a transplant list) His legs had been swollen for quite some time. At first he was told to watch his salt and elevate his feet. He was disappointed in his HMO, because he felt that the doctor should have picked up earlier on the liver issues due to the swelling he was experiencing.
What cause left foot swelling?
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.
Can you have a broken foot even if there is not that much swelling?
Yes it is possible, I broke my foot in two spots and there was barely any swelling.
What is pain in the ball of the foot with swelling on the side of the foot?
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.
What is the meaning if you have lump in your foot?
A lump in your foot could be soft tissue swelling, a bony problem or a skin problem.
There is swelling on the top of my left foot.?
If it is causing you some distress then we advise you do something about it.
What do doctor put on when your foot is swelling?
See your doctor and reduce your sodium intake.
What if your foot starts peeling?
If you have had swelling in the foot, sometimes after it subsides the skin will peel like with a mild sunburn. If it is the bottom of the foot and between the toes, it sounds like a fungus.
What should I use hot or cold compress for unknown reason for ankle and foot swelling?
Swelling should always be treated with COLD compress, not hot. But if the swelling persists or returns, see a doctor to find out what is causing it.
What are some effects of trench foot?
swelling, rotting flesh, can get so bad you have to amputate it
Will cutting open your swollen foot help reduce the swelling?
No, you are just adding to your problem.
Why should applying the ice pack and propping her foot relieve the swelling?
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?
What doctor performs operation if the foot is extremely swollen?
if the swelling is minor, a general surgeon will drain the blood out. If the swelling is major and effects the bones and muscles, a podiatrist will perform it
