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Swelling of left foot

2020-04-05 04:41:41
The left foot swells in the child and don't know why it swells. There is no stinger or any signs of insect bites. What causes it and what can we do? Thank you
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May be due to mild trauma or mild lymphangitis-- look temp.
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wash the leg with lukewarm water with salt two to three times per day.

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Let him be in sunlight daily to increase his Vit D levels. Elevate the limb, give rest Hydrate him and if it doesn't settle review with a pediatrician .

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Is it painful ? Did the child twist his ankle ?? If injury then do cold compress. And ask him not to move . Then investigations to be done
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Consult paediatrician
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If pain tie crepe bandage

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You can consult paediatrician online

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