How Can Pain And Swelling In The Toes Caused By A Tick Bite Be Treated?
I removed a dog tick from between my toes yesterday morning. I think it may have been there for about 36 hours. Last night I noticed that the tops of those two toes were sore, bit this morning my foot right behind those two toes is red and a bit swollen. It hurts to put pressure on my foot (walk)
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Perhaps the area is infected. Pain, swelling and redness are signs of infection. If I was the treating doctor I would suggest a course of oral antibiotic e.g either Amoxycillin or Cephalexin, thrice daily for a week. In addition I suggest you to apply a topical antibiotic e.g either Neosporin Ointment Or Mupirocin 2% ointment, twice daily.
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How Can Pain And Swelling In The Toes Caused By A Tick Bite Be Treated?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Perhaps the area is infected. Pain, swelling and redness are signs of infection. If I was the treating doctor I would suggest a course of oral antibiotic e.g either Amoxycillin or Cephalexin, thrice daily for a week. In addition I suggest you to apply a topical antibiotic e.g either Neosporin Ointment Or Mupirocin 2% ointment, twice daily. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.