Question 1

what do i do about brown splotches on my feet and ankles from medicine allergy? i quit taking 5 days ago

Accepted Answer

Brown discoloration: As long as you just have brown spots and there is no inflammation, redness, pain or break in the skin, the discoloration is not serious. I don't know any way to be sure it is from the medicine, unless it is a known side effect that is common with that medication. Sometimes a dermatologist can prescribe a fade cream if the spots do not go away by themselves after awhile.

Question 2

how long would you have to be taking a medicine to know if it is the cause for swollen feet/ankles? one side is worse than the other.

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Depends: Some medications will cause an immediate same day reaction or allergic response.  Others may not cause swelling at all.  It depends on the specific medication and your personal medical history.  Check in for a follow up with your prescribing doctor or a virtual consult if you are concerned. Best wishes!

Question 3

i have a swollen right foot  and ankle no injury its been this way about a week. i was an iv drug user for awhile what could  be the cause?

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You would need to : Be evaluated, so many things can cause swelling. The fact it is unilateral adds to the differential diagnosis a blood clot. Usually, in a blood clot the calf would be swollen or painful. (Though, doesn't always have to be)

Question 4

i inject drugs and missed a vein on top of my foot. it hurts really bad and my whole foot and ankle are swollen. it also blistered. what can i do?

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Get Help STAT: You could have any number of problems, but my guess would be either a possibly severe infection or a blood clot.  I recommend you go to an emergency center stat as if an infection, this usually requires intravenous antibiotics to fix and if a blood clot in your leg, you really cannot treat that at home either.  You have another problem that needs help obviously as well.

Question 5

i itch over whole body and on scalp, sometimes over veins, like ankles, feet and legs. or just over outside knees and elbows... also on my scalp. i don't have a rash or use medicine. i don't use any body lotions or fabric softeners. about a year now?

Accepted Answer

Itch: Generalized itching without an accompanying rash may be due to excessively dry skin, diabetes, certain malignancies or hormonal disorders like hyperthyroidism. I recommend that you consult a dermatologist who will examine you and order appropriate tests in order to make a diagnosis.

Question 6

how to heal ankle pain without drugs?

Accepted Answer

Ankle pain: Ankle pain is a complex animal....And, before you can heal the pain, you have to know the cause... For example, chronic or acute synovitis, impingement lesion, joint effusion, chronic strained ligaments...Just to name a few. 1st, find out what is wrong, and then ask your choices..  
See a specialist, get examined..X-ray, mri..Whatever is needed, and then you will know.

Question 7

what is the best medicine of ankle synovitis?

Accepted Answer

Nsaids: usually non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen or naprosyn, diclofenac, etc. They're a family of medications that are very helpful in joint inflammation conditions.

Question 8

are herbal medicines good for ankle fractures?

Accepted Answer

Save your money.: Nature heals broken bones.  Make sure you follow the instructions regarding immobilizing the fracture site and maintain good general nutrition with a balanced diet.  The herbal remedies will drain your wallet more than help the fracture heal faster.

Question 9

it has been 4 months since my ankle twisted. doctors said it's ligament tear and gave medicines but nothing happened. i still can't walk. help?

Accepted Answer

Ankle twisted: Sorry to hear, you may have a more severe ankle sprain.  At this point, physical therapy may be helpful.  If pt fails, you may need further diagnostic imaging like an mri.  There may be more severe damage to your ankle joint and it may need more specialized treatment.  Hope this helps.

Question 10

was drug behind dirt bike 1/4 mi abt 10yrs ago.now finding back,neck,nerve probs. could that have caused the damage?only burns, sprained ankle at time

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Unlikely: I think that it's very unlikely that an injury/incident from 10yrs ago would lay dormant then come back to haunt you now but stranger things have been known to happen. With that said, your description of your complaints is too vague for a definitive answer, which is best addressed by your family doc who can examine &amp; order appropriate tests to arrive at diagnosis and offer you correct treatment.

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What do i do about brown splotches on my feet and ankles from medicine allergy? i quit taking 5 days ago

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How long would you have to be taking a medicine to know if it is the cause for swollen feet/ankles? one side is worse than the other.

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I have a swollen right foot and ankle no injury its been this way about a week. i was an iv drug user for awhile what could be the cause?

A member asked:

I inject drugs and missed a vein on top of my foot. it hurts really bad and my whole foot and ankle are swollen. it also blistered. what can i do?

A member asked:

I itch over whole body and on scalp, sometimes over veins, like ankles, feet and legs. or just over outside knees and elbows... also on my scalp. i don't have a rash or use medicine. i don't use any body lotions or fabric softeners. about a year now?

A member asked:

How to heal ankle pain without drugs?

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What is the best medicine of ankle synovitis?

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Are herbal medicines good for ankle fractures?

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It has been 4 months since my ankle twisted. doctors said it's ligament tear and gave medicines but nothing happened. i still can't walk. help?

A member asked:

Was drug behind dirt bike 1/4 mi abt 10yrs ago.now finding back,neck,nerve probs. could that have caused the damage?only burns, sprained ankle at time

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