Description Foot swelling has m...
Description
Foot swelling has many potential causes, including inflammation, infection, a blood clot (deep vein thrombosis), allergic reaction, or cancer. Inflammation can be caused by trauma, arthritis, or an autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. A back up of fluid from poor circulation can also cause foot swelling.
Symptoms
Pain, swelling, pus, redness, red streaks up foot.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Depending on the history and exam findings, blood tests and an X-ray may be recommended.
Tests:
X-ray
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Pediatric Rheumatology, Podiatry, Foot and Ankle Surgery
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Depending on the history and exam findings, blood tests and an X-ray may be recommended.
Tests:
X-ray
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Pediatric Rheumatology, Podiatry, Foot and Ankle Surgery
Treatment
Treatment depends on the cause of the swelling but may include: immobilization, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications/NSAIDs (ibuprofen/Motrin or Advil, naproxen/Naprosyn), other anti-inflammatory medications, pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and/or antibiotics.