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How To Treat Swelling And Discoloration Of Left Big Toe?

my left big toe is swollen and black and blue. I ve had it for 2 days. Today is worse than yesterday. I ve had this problem at least 4 times. I don t remember stubbing or stretching it. It just happens. After 3 or 4 days the swlling goes down and I am able to walk again. I have been icing it with frozen corn bag. { I should ice instead of warm packs right because of the swelling?]. What causes this overnight?
Thu, 4 Sep 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello

I have studied your case,
There is possibility of gout.
In gout there is accumulation of uric acid crystals in joint mainly foot. This leads to swelling and redness in foot.
I will advise to do blood inv like complete blood count ,uric acid level, X ray foot and ankle.

If uric acid is raised and gout is confirmed you need to take medication and diet restriction.
Till time take analgesic and neurotropic like methylcobalamine.
For gout you may need medicine like zyloric and, allopurinol you can start then according to blood uric acid level consulting his treating doctor.


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Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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How To Treat Swelling And Discoloration Of Left Big Toe?

Hello I have studied your case, There is possibility of gout. In gout there is accumulation of uric acid crystals in joint mainly foot. This leads to swelling and redness in foot. I will advise to do blood inv like complete blood count ,uric acid level, X ray foot and ankle. If uric acid is raised and gout is confirmed you need to take medication and diet restriction. Till time take analgesic and neurotropic like methylcobalamine. For gout you may need medicine like zyloric and, allopurinol you can start then according to blood uric acid level consulting his treating doctor. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.