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What Causes Redness On The Left Foot?
There is redness on the outside of the left foot . It is in the middle towards the bottom of my fiance s foot. He has not been able to walk on it for 5 days. He says his heel and ankle hurt. There is minimal swelling. He was off it for 2 days in bed. And now the redness appeared. What does this mean? He is 57 yrs old. Lean body wt below the waist, beer stomach above waist and avg ht and wt above. Pls advise.
Thu, 2 Nov 2017
Hi and welcome. Thank you for your query. Swelling in the feet and ankles can be a sign of infection. People with diabetic neuropathy or other nerve problems of the feet are at greater risk for foot infections. If you have diabetes, it is important to inspect feet daily for blisters and sores, because nerve damage can blunt the pain sensation and foot problems can progress quickly. If you notice a swollen foot or blister that appears to be infected, contact your doctor right away.
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