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Podiatry
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Dr. Mark Birminghamanswered
Podiatry 17 years experience
I : I agree with the above comment. With continued pain, i would readdress your ankle with your physician and have it re-examined. Some types of fractur... Read More
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A 43-year-old female asked:
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Big toe pain: The big toe is a very important part of the foot. Pain to this toe or the large joint that connects it to the foot can come from many different source... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Big toe infection: Sounds much like an infection from either an ingrown toenail or possibly a blister, both of which are from your new shoes. Either your shoes don't fit... Read More
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Smelly feet: In most cases, I have seen it work as quickly as a week, but most often 2-3 weeks.
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Leafy greens!: The broad food categories to decrease inflammation are leafy green vegetables as well as other foods that increase the body's alkalinity. I would defe... Read More
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Podiatry 17 years experience
MRI: Best to ask the doctor that ordered it for you or the radiologist who read the study.
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A 40-year-old female asked:
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Ankle fracture: There are many, many exercises to address strength recovery following a fibular fracture. This is best addresses by a physical therapist to give you a... Read More
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Bent toe: Typically after a broken toe that is malaligned (bent in a direction that is different than straight) heals that way, it stays that way. Most often, t... Read More
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Gout!: My personal doc is Clinoril (sulindac). It has less GI side effects than the historically used Colchicine (taken until symptoms resolve or GI upset). ... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Eczema swelling: Some autoimmune diseases, of which eczema is classified, can lead to excessive swelling of the lower extremities. I often do not see much swelling wit... Read More
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Toenail fungus: There are many reported homeopathic remedies for toenail fungus. I cannot say that one is better than the other or if any are proven to work at all. S... Read More
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Bee sting: Typically, with most bee stings, one will notice localized redness and swelling to the affected site. Oral benadryl, (diphenhydramine) ice and/or a to... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Red meat and alcohol: There is actually an extensive list of food items that can flare a gout attack. The most common are red meats and alcohol. The list can even include c... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Get ankles evaluated: Sharp pains in the ankles with activity can be caused by numerous issues. This can be either a bone and joint issue or soft tissue, such as a tendon p... Read More
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Podiatry 17 years experience
Stress fracture: Stress fractures typically are painful through out activity, including simple walking or standing. There is also swelling overlying the area where the... Read More
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TestimonialsRecommendations and Thank you notes are endorsements given from patients or other doctors.
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Birmingham is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Birmingham is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I thought I was going nuts. You answer gives me a little piece of mind
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Thank you doctor Mark. The point you made about getting the right shoes is very insightful an helpful
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Thank you, your answer or tip was very helpful!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Graduated 2006MD
Residency
Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Affiliations
American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
American Podiatric Medical Association
Illinois Podiatric Medical Association
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