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Suggest Remedies For Itchy And Swollen Foot
I had worked all day long and my foot was soaking wet because I was working with the power washer when I got home I took my boots off my feet were itching so I scratched him until he started to bleed now my foot is swollen and it s starting to peel off the old skin how long will it take to heal
Mon, 19 Aug 2019
Hello,
* Possible to be from early cellulitis changes or infection of skin region.
* My guidelines for the best recovery
- keep the leg elevated over 3-4 pillows when resting
- avoid prolong sitting independent leg position
- tablet Ibuprofen 3 times a day after meals if no history of drug sensitivity
- apply talcum powder or Neosporin powder for itching control
* Follow up after 24 hours about the progress or early as per the need.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
* Possible to be from early cellulitis changes or infection of skin region.
* My guidelines for the best recovery
- keep the leg elevated over 3-4 pillows when resting
- avoid prolong sitting independent leg position
- tablet Ibuprofen 3 times a day after meals if no history of drug sensitivity
- apply talcum powder or Neosporin powder for itching control
* Follow up after 24 hours about the progress or early as per the need.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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