• Pain and Swelling in Foot

I started feeling pains in the ankle of my right foot and it's really swollen for about a month now with discoloration...I have been on diclofenac, clindamycin tablets but no improvement, what could be the cause and what can I do to get better?

8 Answers

  • Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
  • Aledo, IL

Question: Has there been any recent injury or sprain of the foot-ankle. Do you have any other medical issues such as diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, circulation problems, or lymphedema disease or smoker or former smoker? Without knowing more about your current health status I am unable to provide any information to you about the swelling. You should seek professional evaluation and treatment of your current problem.

  • Orthopedist | Foot and Ankle Surgery
  • Norwood, MA

You need to see a vascular doctor

  • Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
  • Staten Island, NY

Hi! I would also consider seeing a vascular doctor to make sure your circulation is ok and that there are no blood clots. Also I would ask if an MRI is necessary at this point.

  • Certified Health Coach | Biomechanics | Orthotics
  • Tampa, FL

No injury or fall one leg or both?
Clinda is an antibiotic and of no use here
Could use an x-ray
Rest and elevate your legs apply an Ace bandage for cimpression
Do you have HTN or CHF?’
Consider an urgent care as you are so young

  • Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
  • Sarasota, FL

This could be due to a vascular problem. I would recommend getting a
venous and arterial ultrasound.

  • Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
  • Fairfield, CT

The medication you have taken is a good start. Without a more thorough history, it's hard to tell what is going on. A vascular and orthopedic work up should be considered. A CT or MRI of your foot would be indicated.

  • Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
  • Las Vegas, NV

Read my responses about venous insufficiency. That is likely what you are experiencing

  • Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
  • Newark, DE

I recommend you make an appointment with a foot and ankle specialist (Podiatrist) for evaluation and treatment options.

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