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Hi, my big toe was swollen and hot. i went to a doctor, he opened it up to drain pus and gave me anti-biotic and anti-inflammation. after 10 days the swollen is smaller but it didnt completely go away and still hurts to walk, what to do next?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Re-evaluation: Go back to that doctor and have them re-evaluate the infection. You may require further treatment and/or additional antibiotics.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 3/6/2020

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A member asked:

Hi, my big toe was swollen and hot. i went to a doctor, he opened it up to drain pus and gave me anti-biotic and anti-inflammation. after 10 days the swollen is smaller but it didnt completely go away and still hurts to walk, what to do next?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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