Question 1

is flat foot treatable?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The symptoms of flatfoot are usually amenable to supportive shoes and arch supports (which may include custom made foot supports).  More advanced bracing or surgery might help the most severe cases.

Question 2

is chronic athlete's foot (tinea pedis) treatable?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are topical creams that you can try for treating athletes foot.  They can be found at any pharmacy or drug store.  Common examples include Lamisil (terbinafine) or naftin.  If there is no resolution, i would recommend being seen by a podiatrist.

Question 3

2 weeks ago, i took cipro (ciprofloxacin) (750mg 2x/day) for a uti. after 2 days, i felt pain and numbness in my hands, feet and face. the uti was gone by day 2, but the pain gets worse daily. is this treatable?

Accepted Answer

Need in person eval: If your symptoms are getting worse despite the fact that you're off the cipro, (ciprofloxacin) you need to be seen by a doctor and make sure that the two are related.

Question 4

what should i do about my swollen foot? to treat it with something. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Depends on cause: Gout? Infection? Blood clot? Trauma? If you don't know the cause, you need to see your doctor asap.

Question 5

what are ways to treat foot spurs?

Accepted Answer

Many: Would depend on where on the foot the spur is. A heel spur? A midfoot spurring? Spurs are bony overgrowths and can occur on any bone. In reality if the spur is on the bottom of the foot, a heel spur - then this is one case where likely the spur does not have to be removed and conservative care is helpful.

Question 6

athletes foot how to treat?

Accepted Answer

Antifungals: If it is mild try nonprescription antifungals like clotrimazole (Lotrimin), miconazole (Micatin), terbinafine (Lamisil), or tolnaftate (Tinactin). Use as directed. Severe cases will require oral antifungals like fluconazol which is a prescription medication

Question 7

what doctors treat foot pain?

Accepted Answer

Pick one: All doctors can treat foot pain. I would recommend a podiatrist or orthopedist.

Question 8

how do you treat foot swelling?

Accepted Answer

Depends on cause: Elevation, elastic socks/stockings, water pill. Need to see physician for diagnosis and then management.

Question 9

if you have athletes foot, should you treat for jock itch at the same time?

Accepted Answer

: It is best if you do, since it is the same thing you going to use to treat both and treating both at the same time prevent fast reoccurence of the other.

Question 10

how can i treat foot tendonitis pain?

Accepted Answer

See below: Rest, anti-inflammatory medication, taping, ice/heat as well as more supportive shoes/inserts.  If persist, get medical attention.

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What should i do about my swollen foot? to treat it with something. what should i do?

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