Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Infected Wound On Feet
Son had a splinter in his foot for a while that is infected. I think I got the splinter out but there is a red line going from sore across the foot. Does this require immediate attention or can it wait until Monday if not better. Going to soak in Epsom salt and oils.
Wed, 26 Aug 2015
Welcome to HealthcareMagic.com. Sorry to hear about your sons foot. Please note that unless the splinter is removed, totally then the sore will not heal. I would wait and see if the swelling and redness goes away as you believe that you removed the splinter, if the redness, pain and swelling persists, then it needs to have some medical attention. This can wait until Monday, but make sure that the redness/cellulitis does not continue spreading upwards, this is called tracking. I hope this helps. Good luck
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....