My right foot has been swollen slightly for the past few days. It hurts when I touch it. It's light pink and when I walk it pains. \n\nIt's on the top part of my foot.\n\nHow do I know for sure what's wrong with it without going to the doctor?\n\nAnd what could've caused it?
205664
Chances are you didn't tear a ligament.  If you tore a ligament there would be little pain your foot would be very loose.  It sounds as if you have sprained it or that it may be bruised.  If you were hit on the top part of your foot it may be bruised.  If you were playing baseball or basketball and fell on it wrong you may have a sprain.  If you can't remember and it is continually getting worse you may have been bitten by a spider or some other creature.  If ice doesn't make the swellen go down, definitely go to the doctor after a day.\n\nGood Luck\n\nCoach
462850
to me it sounds as though you have hand foot and mouth disease. i would definately go to the emergancy room to be checked out. it may be worse then things appear. definately to be on the safe side go to the ER! for sure! hope that helps.
648785
Yep. sounds like you may have some arthritic changes in your foot/feet.  I know about foot pain becasue I have it often.  I've noticed that eating a lot of calcium or taking calcium supplements on a regular basis helps.  Esp. given the fact that you've just been pregnant, your body may be "leeching" calcium... Try this along with vitamin c (oj) to help you digest the calcium!
227291
If it is swollen, it might be a sprain. If it is swollen and purple, it may be torn ligaments. If it is just sore, it may just be a sprain or a pull. If you are able to walk, I'd just be careful with it until it heals. If it's very painful or there's a lot of swelling, have the doctor check it out.
83242
Sounds like plantar fasciitis.  May be related to poor circulation, or poor fitting/supporting footwear.  If you don't smoke or have a problem with GI bleeding or PUD or NSAIDS, or have other co-morbities, you might want to try using ibuprofen for pain.  You might also want to discuss this problem with your primary care doctor.
365799
It could just be swelling glands or something to do with water retention but if it's lump-ish you should get it checked out by a doctor.
179382
It could be an allergic reaction to something you came into contact with.  I can't tell you what it is since I don't know what it looks like or anything else.  You should see a doctor as soon as you can.  I'm sure he or she will be able to figure it out and help you get some relief from the pain.
251825
Do you mean the center of your foot on the bottom?  Sounds like plantar fascitis if it is.  If you foot tends to cramp when you walk on tiled floor or it cramps when its cold, it may be that. \n\nTry to gently massage it.  Ice it for pain (10 minutes every hour).  When it calms down, apply heat and stretch your calf muscle as often as you can.\n\nArnica gel may also help to bring out any bruising or swelling.\n\nAny questions, feel free to ask.
7234
I would have it checked out by your local othopedic specialist. It could be something serious, or like your boyfriend said, a bone spur.
202606
Have you had it examined by a doctor? Is this something you've had for a long time or did you just notice it? If it's something recent, have it checked right away it could be signs of something more serious. \n\nI would say this about any medical problem.
492862
There is a condition called Morton's neuroma which shows itself usually with pain from the ball of the foot...usually between thr 3rd and 4th toes.  If this pain persists, you would find it helpful to go to a podiatrist.  I have listed a web site for you to see.
200840
Depends on how long you have had it?  If you have had it for more then a couple of weeks then I would see your dentist.  Sounds like you hit the area when you were brushing your teeth.  I do this sometimes when I am not paying attention.  There is not much tissue back there but a lot of bone and if you hit it often with your tooth brush then it can become sore.  Swish with warm salt water, and take it easy when you are brushing.  Like I said if you have had it for awhile or it does not resolve in a week or so see your dentist.  Sores in the mouth are nothing to play with.
330097
Shoes and socks may have been too tight, and also if you're not used to being on your feet for long periods of time, your body will react...it could also be a sign of bad circulation...if it doesn't clear up in a few days, visit the doctor...
148864
You need to call a doctor ASAP.  Pain in the calf and swelling of the leg could be Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT).  It probably won't be, but it could also be a circulatory or vascular issue that you should have adressed.  Call your personal doctor, ask to speak with a nurse and tell them your symptoms.  They may refer you directly to an urgent care or they will run down a list of questions to 'triage' you and decide when and if you need to come in.  It can't hurt to call if nothing else, for peace of mind.
477937
You could be getting an infection from a bug bite or scratch- if the redness or swelling starts to travel up your leg go to the ER.  If not, you can probably wait until tomorrow- then call your doctor in the morning- tell his nurse what is going on and go from there.  He may just call in an antibiotic cream to the pharmacy for you to pick up or he may want to see you.\n\nI did not read your question right when I answered a minute ago-- if you cannot move your ankle and it is red, warm and swollen, you need to go to the urgent care or er now- you may have a septic joint... better to get it checked out- sorry.\n\nIf the redness and swelling is around the bite only- that is normal- it is just the body's natural reaction... put some triple antibiotic ointment on it- thanks for clarifying.
502653
There could be a circulation problem or something more severe. Talk to your doc asap. about it.
285311
Tell her the truth...something may be wrong...the doctor may not have corrected the problem, you may have an infection, or...it might be as simple as the swelling hasn't gone down enough.  Tell the truth so they can make sure everything is done correctly, so you can be dancing again as soon as possible.\n\nGood Luck.