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My husband feet are swollen real bad, turningred, right foot is cold, swelling is going up to his knee..he is afraid of hospitals @ dr.s, please help me?

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Needs to see a doc: He needs to get over his fear. Explain in a nice way he may need an antibiotic and further evaluation and this is the job of a doctor. Ensure him you will be with him and he will be okay.

Answered 2/4/2013

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

See a doctor: He at least need to see a doctor. His symptoms sounds like a problem with circulation including a possible blood clot.

Dr Ajluni agreed

Answered 11/24/2016

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A member asked:

My husband feet are swollen real bad, turningred, right foot is cold, swelling is going up to his knee..he is afraid of hospitals @ dr.s, please help me?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Dr Ajluni agreed

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