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Podiatry
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jeffrey Bowmananswered
40 years experience
Strength : Rest, hydration, good diet and soaks in warm water and epsom salts for muscle and joint pain.
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Better: Control of blood sugar and immediate attention to any wounds. Sorry to hear about amp but be proud of yourself for, wanting to take better care!
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Yes: A diabetic can get an infection and an ulcer which could be extremely serious. I tell patients to inspect there shoe and don't walk barefoot.
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Needle biopsy: Often a syringe with a larger bore needle can be used under a local but there are many ways to perform this depending on location how much is need etc... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Diabetic foot : Care is essential to prevent wounds and can need diabetic shoes. Suggest visits with a podiatrist 3-4 times a year for check ups and education.
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It can : Take many treatments with this treatment. Discuss with doctor who is doing injections but be patient and likely will need another.
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Marfans: There have been a number of deaths associated with Marfan's over the years. Seek out cardiologist for opinion.
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No: A broken/fractured digit on foot or hand can still be moved, usually with more pain. If you suspect a fracture suggest it gets checked.
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Treatments: Such as oral medication should not be given. Laser treatment should be fine but always check with obgyn.
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Athletes Foot: There are many antifungal powders but if you don't treat the underlying cause it won't help. The cause is usually excessive moisture. There are creams... Read More
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See Podiatrist: Never try to dig them out yourself you are at risk for infection and need to see a podiatrist soon. Simple in office procedure can be done to rid you... Read More
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Yes: Many people are able to resume all their activities after fully healed and have gone through physical therapy. You may develope some arthritis down t... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Many: Possible things like wearing wider shoes, padding, orthotics, nsaids physical therapy and many more. Discuss with podiatrist.
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Difficult : To answer because if they are displaced and out of alignment too much they would likely need surgery orif. If displacement is small sometimes it is po... Read More
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Very possible: It's not all that uncommon to get painful hardware which if you feel something hard right under the skin it could be that and fairly simple to see on ... Read More
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Pitting Edema: You need to get your blood flow checked and kidneys too. The indentation is called pitting edema and beside elevation need compression hose 20-30mmhg ... Read More
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Not on Diabetic: The smallest problem can lead to a much larger problem. Have a podiatrist take care of it.
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Need : More information to answer because i could rattle off 10 things off the top of my head. Cramps, night pain, pain while walking, history of vascular pr... Read More
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Not very: Complicated compared to other procedure. Most important consideration it the correct procedure be chosen by the doctor to address the deformity. Hope ... Read More
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No: Crutches won't be needed if you get treatment with injections, ice, rest custom orthotics eswt etc. There are many treatment options that can help.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Arthritis: Try soaking in epsom salts, many find it helpful.
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You may: Have developed another DVT are you on blood thinner. I would consider this an emergency and suggest you get it checked right away!
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Swelling: There are so many causes i could fill the page. I will list a few and others will ad to the list. High blood pressure, injury, tendonitis, ligament ... Read More
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Normally: A screw remains in the foot. We only remove it if it backs up or causes pain. Why go through another surgery if not needed.
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Allergies: Try wearing a mask outdoors and sun glasses to protect eyes. It helps and you are healthy. Try claritin (loratadine).
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Take them: To a shoe store that specialists in children's shoes. They have been trained. Before you do have a podiatrist check them and recommendations.
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Usual : Cost for orthotics is around $400-500 but they last a long time and once you wear them you will see the comfort change!
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Best way: Is to find the cause. Only then can a treatment plan be made to help you.
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With shooting pain : It could be a nerve entrapment. Was there any injury? Possible fracture too. Get checked to be safe.
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It's safe: It is save with food and using rice rest, ice, compression and elevation.
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How long?: It varies from patient to patient. I tell my patients 6 weeks but depends on severity of the sprain which you give no information on. Could answer be... Read More
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Have you tried thera: Could be tendonitis which may need anti-inflammatory meds and physical therapy. Have an MRI to determine what cause is.
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Plantar Fascitis: Crunches, sit ups weight lifting while sitting or laying elipticle is good for cardio.
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Likely: If she has been weight bearing we know by looking at cast and x-ray if displaced. She may have caused herself a lot of problems.
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Ankle Swelling: A number of things can cause this such as infection or DVT which is a blood clot even without trauma. Check your temp and if high either go to er or y... Read More
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Pregnancy : Many things can cause it but my guess is when pregnant the ligaments get loose and could compensate. Dcheck with OB gyn for correct referral.
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Spasms: May not be due to fracture itself but the soft tissue damage around the fracture. Nerves may be irritated and cause these symptoms. If continues i wou... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Injury: Could be bone, ligament need x-ray or MRI and use rice. Rest, ice , compression and elevation.
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Agree with others: But, not meaning to scare you, I have seen malignant melanoma. I simply biopsy in the office can put you at ease.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Shoes: For women a high heeled shoe may help and for men a shoe you can put a heel lift in or heel cup. Custom orthotics can be made for all shoe types.
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Diabetes: The short answer is yes. Diabetes can cause fluid retention due to kidney function and add to weight. Yellow toenail may be a fungus in the nail which... Read More
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Ingrown nail: It is best not to try and trim it yourself because you will leave a spicule which makes it worse. Cutting a v wedge does not help. Best to see podiatr... Read More
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See Podiatrist: Is the child flat footed? Could be normal as well unless excessive wearing. If child pronates see foot doc for custom orthotics.
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Numbness: You may have an issue that stems from your spine like nerve impingement or inflammation . Consult with spine specialist.
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Bleeding: Elevation and pressure applied to cut should stop it unless you are on blood thinner.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Gout: Correct diet, no alcohol, anti-inflammatory meds. No clear cut home remedy. Might try epsom salt soaks may help.
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What to do if i have a callus on my feet and there is a wound in it. how do i get rid of the callus?
Dr. Jeffrey Bowmananswered
40 years experience
Callous: First are you diabetic? This can be serious if diabetic. If not see podiatrist to trim the area and treat any infection if present and orthotics may b... Read More
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A 24-year-old male asked:
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Wart on hand: You can certainly have a wart on the hand just drop the word plantar. Plantar wart is specific to bottom of foot.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Ankle injury: Could be a ligament or possible defect or what's called an ocd osteochondral defect.
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Could be: Intermittent caudication though it usually make your foot twist. Get checked for blood flow through legs.
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May 16, 2013
Dr. Bowman is a national recognized expert in foot and ankle surgery. He is well-known for being informative and having plans of meaningful action for patients. I highly endorse him without reservat...Read More
May 28, 2013
Dr Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in foot and ankle (podiatry) and one of the best resources available for patients and fellow doctors. I recommend him without reservations.
Dec 27, 2013
Dr. Bowman is a kind caring physician with advanced training in foot and ankle medicine and surgery. He has years of experience and a practice with an outstanding reputation.
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This was very helpful. Thanks! I was surprised to read that bone spurs can be removed. Am guessing maybe not my spinal Spurs tho. Very informative. Thank you very very much.
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This was very helpful. Thanks! As a retired paramedic, I have dozens of instances where the presence or absence of such a list was crucial to the outcome for the patient!
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Thanks for your quick reply! Thanks for the reply. I never actually wear leather and I always wear socks, but I will get it checked if you think it might be an infection
Awards
Top Podiatrist, First Place, Houston, TX - Winter
2013
Top Doctor, Second Place, Texas - Summer
2013
Thought Leader, Second Place, Houston Region, TX - Summer
2013
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