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I have a blister on my heel. the skin has rubbed away and the whole area of my heel is now red, swollen and hot. i cannot put much weight on it either and limp when i walk.

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Dr. David Tobin answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Infected: See a doctor as soon as possible, you need oral and topical antibiotics.

Answered 9/5/2015

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Be seen: From your description, it sounds like you now have infection. See your doctor for assessment. It sounds like you need antibiotics. All the best.

Dr Tobin agreed

Answered 9/7/2015

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