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Have a pain / swollen on left foot on top and side , have had

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Have a pain / swollen on left foot on top and side , have had this before just wondering what it could be last around 4 days .

Submitted: 1 year ago.
Category: Orthopedics
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Expert:  DrBrain replied 1 year ago.


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DrBrain : Does touching that area does it hurt?
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Yes

DrBrain : Ok. This can occur due to lot of reasons first is vascular issue when there is poor blood circulation or it can be arthritis which gives pain and swelling. You would need x ray for further evaluation. Does ibuprofen help with pain?

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