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Posted on Mon, 20 Jul 2015
Question: I had a heart attack 1 1/2 yrs. ago. In addition I have a very bad case of fibro myalgia, with attendant severe pain and fatigue. My blood pressure is150/109, even tho i took a metoprolol tarta 50mg 45 minutes ago. In addition with no prior warning I have a very re, swollen toe on the middle toe on my left foot. Any suggestions?
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Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Swollen toe could be due to infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Red and swollen toe could be due to infection and associated inflammation. In my opinion, you should take Antibiotic like Clindamycin capsule along with anti inflammatory tablet.
If possible, please attach the pic of your toe.
Some infections do not respond to routine medicines. Infection of lower limb requires good Antibiotic which acts on Gram positive bacteria.
If the BP is not controlled by Metoprolol, you should consult your physician for change of Antihypertensive tablet.
Nothing to worry. It will come down.
Hope I answered your query. If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Red And Swollen Toe

Brief Answer: Swollen toe could be due to infection. Detailed Answer: Hi Red and swollen toe could be due to infection and associated inflammation. In my opinion, you should take Antibiotic like Clindamycin capsule along with anti inflammatory tablet. If possible, please attach the pic of your toe. Some infections do not respond to routine medicines. Infection of lower limb requires good Antibiotic which acts on Gram positive bacteria. If the BP is not controlled by Metoprolol, you should consult your physician for change of Antihypertensive tablet. Nothing to worry. It will come down. Hope I answered your query. If you have any questions, I will clarify further. Wish you good health. Regards