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Thin, 15cm long red line on foot. maybe from shoe? no fever, no pain. marked it w ink. had cellulitis there 9 months ago... what should i watch for?
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See below: Spreading of the red line, swelling of the foot, pain, any discharge from the affected skin, fever, enlarged nodes in the groin. If any of these happens, see your doctor. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
Answered 6/14/2017
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Spread: Spread of redness, increased temp if infection. If it is related to shoe wear them don't wear that shoe. Important to see if it resolves or worsens, don't hesitate to be seen for it, especially with your history of previous infection in that area.
Answered 6/14/2017
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