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Swelling and skin infection in the bottom of the leg top of the foot. The leg has varicose vain problem. Please suggest me the medicines or cream/ointments for temporary relief for skin infection/ swelling before consulting the surgeon.
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Hello, in varicose veins, skin changes are mostly due to dependent blood. So better to avoid any ointment application. Normal saline dressing with crepe bandage application over it and limb elevation at night will help you.
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