How do I know if my foot pain is serious?

How do I know if my foot pain is serious?

Have severe pain or swelling. Have an open wound or a wound that is oozing pus. Have signs of infection, such as redness, warmth and tenderness in the affected area or you have a fever over 100 F (37.8 C). Are unable to walk or put weight on your foot.

Why is my foot so painful when I walk?

You may have a condition such as bone spurs or plantar fasciitis. Bone spurs are a form of outgrowth, and plantar fasciitis is the result of damage or tearing in ligaments of the heel. Fallen arches can also contribute to your foot pain.

What causes foot pain without an injury?

Viruses, fungi, bacteria or infections – Warts, athlete’s foot and fungal nail infections are all examples of infectious diseases that can lead to foot pain. Arthritis – Our feet and ankles have many joints – and all of them could be prone to developing arthritis.

How do I make my foot pain go away?

Get some gentle exercise. Breathe right to ease pain. Read books and leaflets on pain. Counselling can help with pain. Distract yourself. Share your story about pain. The sleep cure for pain. Take a course.

Can foot pain be related to heart problems?

Swelling: When heart failure happens, it can make fluid build-up in the body, causing feet and ankles to swell. This can also happen in other body parts, leading to rapid weight gain. Numbness and Pain: When these symptoms occur in the feet it can be an indication of peripheral artery disease.

Is foot pain a symptom of something else?

If your shoes aren’t a problem, you may have one of several conditions that cause foot pain. Arthritis, a fractured or broken bone, gout, tendinitis, plantar fasciitis can all make your feet hurt. You’re more likely to have foot problems as you get older and your joints wear down.