Foot Care

Questions and Answers

1. Are swollen red ankles a cause for concern?

   - Are swollen red ankles normal in an elderly person? The skin is shiny, and the doctor doesn't seem concerned about the swollen red ankles.
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2. What causes pain in foot?

   - causes of foot pain, for more information visit caring.com
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3. How is pain in a paralyzed limb treated?

   - My mother has skin discoloration on her paralyzed left leg. Her toes and soles hurt so badly it is painful to walk. What treatment is available?
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4. FAQ: How Do I Trim an Older Person's Toenails?

   - Learn how to trim an older adult's toenails at home, and when a podiatrist or other physician should inspect and care for the toenails and feet.
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5. Can smelly feet indicate a health problem?

   - Are chronically smelly feet a sign of a more serious health issue?
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6. How foods help gout pain?

   - What foods, if any, can relieve severe gout pain? Are there any foods that help prevents Gout from manifesting.
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7. What can I do about recurring calluses on my feet?

   - For 12 years I have had 4-6 calluses on the bottom of my feet. They are deep, going almost to my bone. They cause pain when I walk and I like long distance walking. Surgeons take them off, but they always occur again. What can I do?
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8. Can toenail fungus cause numbness?

   - I think my husband has toenail fungus. Could this be causing his toes to be numb all the time?
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9. Does emphysema cause leg pain?

   - Can emphysema cause leg pain? I was diagnosed with severe emphysema almost 2 years ago. I am 57 and now I am having different symptoms with extreme weakness and burning pains in my leg muscles. I am having a hard time walking for to long. In fact, fifty feet usually exhausts me. I take care of my ailing mother and I go to the hospital two times daily...
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10. What's the Best Way to Dress Bunions?

    - What's the best way to dress my mother's bunions? My mother has large bunions on both feet. They cause her extreme discomfort when walking. What is the best way to dress them to reduce the pressure?
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