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What Causes Swollen Feet And Calves?
Question: I have severely swollen feet and calves for about a week now. I would like to attach some pics if possible. I had this same condition happen twice last year and after two -three weeks it just went away
Brief Answer:
You need immediate evaluation.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your question.
Noted your concern.
After going through your question & picture, I may suggest to consult your doctor immediately.
In such a case there is a high possibility of
1) Cellulitis : infection of skin or underlying soft tissue.
2) Deep vein thrombosis : clotting in venous system of leg.
These two conditions need to be ruled out on priority basis.
Which requires detailed physical examination & Ultrasound with Venous doppler of leg.
Following investigations may be suggested in such a case -
- X-ray of foot with ankle joint.
- Complete blood count.
- HbA1c.
- Fasting & Pist-prandial blood sugar levels.
- Renal function test including serum uric acid.
- Liver function test.
- Urine examination.
Gout may be one of rare possibility I may not consider it in your case.
Gout usually affect great toe and ankle joint initially.
Hope this helps you.
Regards,
Dr. Abhay Mali.
Diabetologist.
You need immediate evaluation.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your question.
Noted your concern.
After going through your question & picture, I may suggest to consult your doctor immediately.
In such a case there is a high possibility of
1) Cellulitis : infection of skin or underlying soft tissue.
2) Deep vein thrombosis : clotting in venous system of leg.
These two conditions need to be ruled out on priority basis.
Which requires detailed physical examination & Ultrasound with Venous doppler of leg.
Following investigations may be suggested in such a case -
- X-ray of foot with ankle joint.
- Complete blood count.
- HbA1c.
- Fasting & Pist-prandial blood sugar levels.
- Renal function test including serum uric acid.
- Liver function test.
- Urine examination.
Gout may be one of rare possibility I may not consider it in your case.
Gout usually affect great toe and ankle joint initially.
Hope this helps you.
Regards,
Dr. Abhay Mali.
Diabetologist.
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