Question 1

i have red itchy dots on top of feet?

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See a doctor: Rashes are very different and require a in person evaluation to accurately diagnose and treat.

Question 2

small red and purple dots on top of feet and toes, with numbness and major pain when standind can't walk without shoes fatique overall sick feeling ?

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THIS IS CONCERNING: The dots might represent petechiae, a manifestation of small areas of bleeding due to changes in the platelet count, and the generalized fatigue and malaise even raises concern re. An occult infection, such as rocky mtn spotted fever, or a tick infestation like lyme.  Basically, you need an immediate evaluation as i suspect this could get worse.

Question 3

i noticed some red dots on the top of my feet after taking my socks and shoes off today for the first time, no pain, swelling or anything like that.

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TOO EARLY: It's too early to tell. See what happens over the next few days.

Question 4

what does small red dots on top of foot mean?

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Depends: It could be something called petechial (small spots of blood under the skin). It can be due to extensive swelling, heart or circulation problems, infection.  It also could be a type of rash.  You should get it checked out by a podiatrist.

Question 5

many small dark brown and red spots on top of feet and toes showed up less than 3 weeks ago. my toes are cold as well. some heal but leave dots. ?

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Dermatitis maybe: From contact of a shoe combined with normal perspiration. Get it evaluated

Question 6

small red mole on top of foot, been there for several months. dr. said it was nothing serious, but still unsure? slightly raised with red dot in it

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Lesion: Sorry, it would be difficult to try to identify what this is without at least visualizing it. It you are not comfortable with the input you received - consider getting a second evaluation. Take care

Question 7

i am experiencing small red bumps on top of feet that do not itch and redness in both armpits that occasionally itch?

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Razor bumps: It sounds like razor bumps.  If you are using a razor on either of those areas...that’s the likely cause. If not, some sort of ectopic dermatitis is a possibility.  See a dermatologist.

Question 8

top of foot swollen, slight redness, painful to walk. 3 says now. no trauma,  just appeared.

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Infection?: This sounds like an infection -- maybe cellulitis (infection in the skin) or perhaps deeper, i.e. inside the foot. Or possibly a form of arthritis. Any of these can be serious if not quickly diagnosed and treated, so see a doctor ASAP. Good luck.

Question 9

1 cm, perfectly circular bruise on top of foot. very small pinpoint at center. no swelling, redness, raising, etc. what was i bit by? cause for worry?

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Varies: There are a number of  possibilities, among the more common and sometimes concerning can be a spider bite, particularly a brown recluse spider.  You should seek attention if the area becomes dark appearing or shows any sign of infection such as redness or swelling; or if the size of the area is increasing.

Question 10

have ongoing swelling and redness (and some pain)13 weeks after met. orif- top of foot and ankle. told to walk normally. ideas to get swelling down?

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Possibly Unstable.: Swelling, redness and pain are three sure signs of inflammation. The question is whether or not these signs are part of the healing process or signs of a problem. Without knowing the specifics of the injury and your general medical condition, it is hard to make that determination. After 13 weeks, I would think that symptoms would be improving. It sounds as though a second opinion is in order.

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I have red itchy dots on top of feet?

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Small red and purple dots on top of feet and toes, with numbness and major pain when standind can't walk without shoes fatique overall sick feeling ?

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I noticed some red dots on the top of my feet after taking my socks and shoes off today for the first time, no pain, swelling or anything like that.

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What does small red dots on top of foot mean?

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Many small dark brown and red spots on top of feet and toes showed up less than 3 weeks ago. my toes are cold as well. some heal but leave dots. ?

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Small red mole on top of foot, been there for several months. dr. said it was nothing serious, but still unsure? slightly raised with red dot in it

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I am experiencing small red bumps on top of feet that do not itch and redness in both armpits that occasionally itch?

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Top of foot swollen, slight redness, painful to walk. 3 says now. no trauma, just appeared.

A member asked:

1 cm, perfectly circular bruise on top of foot. very small pinpoint at center. no swelling, redness, raising, etc. what was i bit by? cause for worry?

A member asked:

Have ongoing swelling and redness (and some pain)13 weeks after met. orif- top of foot and ankle. told to walk normally. ideas to get swelling down?

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