Foot infections are painful disorders that can stem from basic foot injuries, and cause swelling, lack of mobility, and other serious consequences if ignored. Although often treated with antibiotics, serious foot infections can require hospitalization when left untreated. Regardless of what type of foot condition you have, Dr. Mark Forman will always discuss non-invasive and conservative treatment first.
Checking your feet daily is crucial in noticing a potential problem as early as possible to help prevent an infection. Pain and swelling that occur without an injury and with redness, red streaking, tenderness, heat, fever, or pus may be caused by an infection. People who have diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, or an impaired immune system are more likely to develop a toe or foot infection. However, any problems that are discovered should be reported to Dr. Mark Forman as soon as possible whether or not you feel they are “serious.”
If you notice symptoms of a foot infection, please give us a call. To learn more about foot infections as well as the services we provide here at the office, visit www.azfootpain.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Mark Forman in Scottsdale, AZ, call 480-423-8400.
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