To avoid dragging the toes, people with foot drop may lift their kneehigher than normal. Or they may swing their leg in a wide arc. Foot drop can happen to one foot or both feet at the same time. It can strike at any age.In general, foot drop stems fromweakness or paralysis of the muscles that lift the foot. It can have many different causes. Treatments for foot drop vary according to the cause. Most common causes and treatments for foot drop. What causes foot drop? Foot drop is a symptom of an underlying problem, rather than a disease itself. It can be temporary or permanent. Causes of foot drop include: Nerve injury Brain or spinal disorders Muscle disorders Here's some more detail on these causes: Nerve injury. Most commonly, foot drop is caused by an injury to the peroneal nerve. The peroneal nerve is a branch of the sciatic nerve that wraps from the back of the knee to the front of the shin. Because it sits very close to the surface, it may be damaged easily. An injury to the peroneal nerve may also be associated with pain or numbness along the shin or the top of the foot. Some common ways the peroneal nerve is damaged or compressed include: Sports injuries Diabetes Hip or knee replacement surgery Spending long hours sitting cross-legged or squatting Childbirth Time spent in a leg cast Injury to the nerve roots in the spinemay also cause foot drop. Brain or spinal disorders. Neurological conditions can contribute to foot drop. These include: Stroke Multiple sclerosis (ms) Cerebral palsy How do doctors treat foot drop? Treatment for foot drop will depend on the cause. Early treatment may improve chances of recovery. Treatments may include: Lightweight braces Shoe inserts (orthotics) Physical therapy Surgery Lightweight braces are the most common treatment. They're used to support the leg. Physical therapy is used to strengthen foot and leg muscles. It may improve a person's ability to walk. In some cases, electronic devices that stimulate the leg nerves during walking may be appropriate. Surgery may be recommended to try to repair or decompress a damaged nerve. In cases where foot drop is permanent, surgery to fuse the foot and ankle joint or to transfer tendons from stronger muscles may help improve gait and stability Foot drop, sometimes called" drop foot" is the inability to lift the front part of the foot. This causes the toes to drag along the ground while walking.To avoid dragging the toes, people with foot drop may lift their kneehigher than normal. Or they may swing their leg in a wide arc.Foot drop can happen to one foot or both feet at the same time. It can strike at any age.In general, foot drop stems fromweakness or paralysis of the muscles that lift the foot. It can have many different causes. Treatments for foot drop vary according to the cause. Most common causes and treatments for foot drop.

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Asked for female, 20 years old from Aligarh

I got infected with viral eye conjunctivitis caused by herpes virus around 1.5 years ago. I have been using fml liquifilm along with tacrolimus ointment. But as soon as I stop using them both for about 4-5 days, I start to develop a bit blurred vision, and as soon as I start using them again, I get my clarity back. Should I stop using fml or should I continue it?

Dr. Taranbir Singh88%(194 ratings)

MBBS, Diploma in Hospital Administration...read more

General Physician•Amritsar

Dear lybrate-user, please stop using this medication asap. You are inviting a lot of trouble to your eyes including glaucoma. Just consult your family doctor or an ophthalmologist and get the right medication. Never buy by your own as it is not indicated in your condition.

Asked for male, 45 years old from Ghaziabad

My daughter is suffering from irritation of eye for last 3- 4 months. Have already used zylopred and fml t .but irritation starts again once drop is stopped. Can we use zylopred or fml t again without any serious side effects. please advice.

Dr. Sajeev Kumar91%(40820 ratings)

C.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.S

General Physician•Alappuzha

You can use zylopred or fml t again without any serious side effects and need an EYE checkup by an opthalmologist

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Health Query

Red, dry, scaly patch on the outside corner of the eye since 2 months. Before that, discharge and red eye. Discharge was more in the morning. Took tobramycin (did not help) and then fluorometholone acetate which reduced discharge.?

Dr. Neetika Sharma92%(53 ratings)

B.H.M.S

Homeopathy Doctor•Narnaul

Hey, you can use arg. Nitricum 200 tds for 3 days. Follow up with me after 7 days.
Avoid sweets
wash eyes with plain water
avoid frequent rub.
Surely get results.

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Asked for male, 24 years old from Ghaziabad

Hi, I have glaucoma in one eye since 2012. And have lost complete vision in one eye. In 2015, I had redness and pain in that eye so the doctor had prescribed me fml eye drop for almost 2 months. So every time when there is pain and redness I abused fml for almost 4 years considering a drop in every 2 days. Did it effect my other eye too? I visited my ophthalmologist. He said it is ok. I also stopped abusing the drug 3 months ago. What precautions should I take to reverse the effects of drugs like decreased immunity and other effects if possible? Please help without judging.

Dr. Anuradha Siddheshwar Nilange89%(3274 ratings)

BHMS

Homeopathy Doctor•Navi Mumbai

the effects cannot be reversed back
but you can take the healthy proper food to increase the immunity ok

Asked for Male, 28 years old from Hyderabad

I have frequent eye allergies. My doctor suggested FML eye drops. I have used them. Any other eye drops that would work.

Dr. Mukesh Paryani93%(1108 ratings)

FPRS, DNB Ophtalmology

Ophthalmologist•Pune

you cant use fmL for longer time or without supervision.
allergy can be controlled easily using eye drops. But there are many eye drops and specific eye drops can only be prescribed after seeing the eye clinically as treatment depends on severity

Health Query

I am having eye pain and floaters and flashes I am using fml and tears plus but the pain is not going away and floaters and flashes are not completely gone.

Dr. Prakhar Singh94%(9607 ratings)

MBBS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S), Advanc...read more

General Physician•Delhi

Eye floaters are tiny specks or strings that float into your field of vision. While they may be a nuisance, eye floaters should not cause you any pain or discomfort.But we have to look into the details of the problem. Let's have a detailed discussion for better advice and medication plan.

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Foot Drop

Dr. Anuradha Sharma91%(19567 ratings)

MPT - Orthopedic Physiotherapy, BPTh/BPT...read more

Physiotherapist•Noida

To avoid dragging the toes, people with foot drop may lift their kneehigher than normal. Or they may swing their leg in a wide arc.

Foot drop can happen to one foot or both feet at the same time. It can strike at any age.In general, foot drop stems fromweakness or paralysis of the muscles that lift the foot. It can have many different causes. Treatments for foot drop vary according to the cause. Most common causes and treatments for foot drop.

What causes foot drop?

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Asked for female, 66 years old from Chhatarpur

I, am 63 years old, my right eye become infected with herpes symplex virus in march 2014. It was treated with antiviral pills, gel and drops. I, still suffer with tearing, pain and sometimes slight redness in the eye. I use f. M. L. Eye drop for 1-2 days. I get relief for some days only. Please advice me what to do. Thanks

Dr. Shah Nawaz Shafi89%(1521 ratings)

MD-Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologist•Srinagar

Dont use fml, as it can cause recurrence of herpes if not used along with antiviral pills. You must b suffering from dry eyes after the infection.
Kindly use artificial tears only, if redness doesn't go kindly consult ophthalmologist to get checked for recurrence.

Asked for male, 60 years old from Delhi

My age is 58, male – diabetic, hypertension, thyroid, cholesterol --taking Metformin, ramipril, Synthroid, Pravastatin respectively. Latest – LIPID profile shows- cholesterol = 3.64 ref 4.20-5.20, Triglycerides = 0.63 ref 0.60-2.30, HDL cholesterol =1.16 ref >=0.91 ALL UNITS ARE mmol//L, Total HDL cholesterol ratio-- 3.1, LDL Calculated =2.19 mmolL reF- 2.20- 3.40, FASTING 11 hours, 1. Specialist showing – Hypercholesterolemia—please guide – with this what does it mean? 2. Does concern is serious, family doctor never explained about these results. 3. Few months now getting eye pain, what do you think this may be due to these results, using Fluorometholone 0.1 % ophl susp, for last over two months, should I continue this, or consult eye specialist? Suggest.

Dr. Himansu Rajguru91%(119 ratings)

MS - Ophthalmology

Ophthalmologist•Cuttack

You are using a steroid eye drop. You need to consult an ophthalmologist to rule out 4 diseases - uveitis, cataract, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy.

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Asked for male, 25 years old from Jammu