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This Query Is About My Father. He Is 52 Years

Posted on Sat, 8 Aug 2020

Question: This query is about my father. He is 52 years old and diabetic. He is having a small bump kind under his feet. It is hurting him. Kindly let us know what has to be done.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Phanindra Dulipala (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Could you please post pictures of the feet

Detailed Answer:
Hi, i have gone through your query and understood your concerns.

From the details you have produced, it might be infection. It can be reduced by using antibiotic like Cefixime 200mg. one tablet twice a day after eating.

For us to answer proper, please post pictures, from how many days it is present. Is it painful?

Thank you

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Phanindra Dulipala (50 minutes later)

it's been there from 3-4 months. please find the attached picture. yes it is painful. is there any ointment?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Phanindra Dulipala (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Hi, Pictures are not attached.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, Can't find pictures. May be some problem in uploading. Any way try out the medication prescribed above.
Coming to the ointment T Bact ointment will help him.

Thank you. If it is not reduced in a week, you have to meet near by doctor for further management. May be slight incision may be necessary. That will be taken care of the doctor.Nothing to worry much.

Thank you.
Wishing him good health

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana