Swelling

nh_user_945953 · September 12, 2016, 1:20am

I had surgery May. Was released from physical therapy and don't see doctor again for 6 months. I am dealing with massive amounts of swelling the last two days.. My foot is double the size of last night. Icing and elevating. Any other suggestions???

nh_user_971262 · September 12, 2016, 1:54am

First of all why are u nor seeing your doctor 2 weeks from surgery? Not good. I would go to your doctor asap. There's swelling but not like that.

nh_user_945953 · September 12, 2016, 2:01am

I had surgery in May. Was released two weeks ago from Doctor and physical therapy..

nh_user_971262 · September 12, 2016, 2:04am

Ohhhhh ok. Makes sense now. I would go back to your doctor. I had surgery in July and no swelling at all now.

nh_user_973436 · September 12, 2016, 2:23am

Have you tried compression socks?

nh_user_926180 · September 12, 2016, 7:25am

Hi Lori

Sorry to hear about your problem. I think you should see your consultant ASAP. Have a word with your GP. In my experience with the NHS, I had to be firm with the people that deals with appointments at the NHS, In order to get things sorted properly. Keep an eye.

I think ice and elevation is good. I also have problems with my feet: tarsal tunnel syndrome. Dealing with it for 2 years. Ice and elevation also helped me. Reading about my problem online also helped.

Keep strong and look after yourself.

All the best

Cris