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Dr. Heraj Patel, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
Dr. Heraj Patel is a podiatrist practicing in Thousand Oaks, CA. Dr. Patel is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Patel diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.
Dr. Heraj Patel, DPM
- Thousand Oaks, CA
- University of California
- Accepting new patients
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My foot still hasn't healed after I fell last month. What should I do?
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If the wound has not healed in over a month and you are not diabetic, it is most likely infected. The tissue under the wound, if infected, will not facilitate closure. READ MORE
Hello,
If the wound has not healed in over a month and you are not diabetic, it is most likely infected. The tissue under the wound, if infected, will not facilitate closure. You should see a doctor for a strong antibiotic ointment and put that in daily. You may even need antibiotic tablets.
Dr. Patel
If the wound has not healed in over a month and you are not diabetic, it is most likely infected. The tissue under the wound, if infected, will not facilitate closure. You should see a doctor for a strong antibiotic ointment and put that in daily. You may even need antibiotic tablets.
Dr. Patel
For a runner, what aftercare do you recommend to ensure feet health?
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If you're having heel pain after a run, try these two things first: buy silicone heel cups from CVS; second buy a pair of Powerstep over-the-counter orthotics to replace READ MORE
Hello,
If you're having heel pain after a run, try these two things first: buy silicone heel cups from CVS; second buy a pair of Powerstep over-the-counter orthotics to replace your current inserts during your run.
Dr. Patel
If you're having heel pain after a run, try these two things first: buy silicone heel cups from CVS; second buy a pair of Powerstep over-the-counter orthotics to replace your current inserts during your run.
Dr. Patel
I have what looks like a blister but it isn't going away. It's also painful. What should I do?
Hello,
If it is filled with pus, you need to start on antibiotics. Have it drained and monitored closely it is chronically infected at this point. Watch for nausea, fever, and READ MORE
Hello,
If it is filled with pus, you need to start on antibiotics. Have it drained and monitored closely it is chronically infected at this point. Watch for nausea, fever, and chills.
Dr. Patel
If it is filled with pus, you need to start on antibiotics. Have it drained and monitored closely it is chronically infected at this point. Watch for nausea, fever, and chills.
Dr. Patel
How can I prevent corn in my feet from happening again?
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Corns are usually caused by pressure on your bones. They are hard to prevent and normally are just maintained. You can try the multitude of pads from Pedifix most of READ MORE
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Corns are usually caused by pressure on your bones. They are hard to prevent and normally are just maintained. You can try the multitude of pads from Pedifix most of my patients love the digital crest pads.
Dr. Patel
Corns are usually caused by pressure on your bones. They are hard to prevent and normally are just maintained. You can try the multitude of pads from Pedifix most of my patients love the digital crest pads.
Dr. Patel
A glass pricked my foot and even after a month the spot hurts. What should I do?
Hello,
If the glass was removed, you should not have to undergo tests. The pain is likely from the scar on the bottom of your foot. I would try rubbing vitamin E oil or use READ MORE
Hello,
If the glass was removed, you should not have to undergo tests. The pain is likely from the scar on the bottom of your foot. I would try rubbing vitamin E oil or use the silicone scar gel to soften it.
Dr. Patel
If the glass was removed, you should not have to undergo tests. The pain is likely from the scar on the bottom of your foot. I would try rubbing vitamin E oil or use the silicone scar gel to soften it.
Dr. Patel
Can anyone get athlete's foot?
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Yes, when you have a crack in the skin it is most likely a fungal infection. It can come from as you mentioned public areas but these also include pedicure places. I READ MORE
Hello,
Yes, when you have a crack in the skin it is most likely a fungal infection. It can come from as you mentioned public areas but these also include pedicure places. I recommend that you treat it with a topical anti-fungal cream like Lamsil once daily for 10 days. It can spread in moist environments to other people in the house, so, to prevent this, use a shoe and floor sanitizing spray.
Dr. Patel
Yes, when you have a crack in the skin it is most likely a fungal infection. It can come from as you mentioned public areas but these also include pedicure places. I recommend that you treat it with a topical anti-fungal cream like Lamsil once daily for 10 days. It can spread in moist environments to other people in the house, so, to prevent this, use a shoe and floor sanitizing spray.
Dr. Patel
Is my ankle sprained?
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You need to see a podiatrist. You likely sprained your ankle and if you do not go into a CAM boot for 2 weeks with X-ray follow up, it will heal in a weak position.
Dr. READ MORE
Hello,
You need to see a podiatrist. You likely sprained your ankle and if you do not go into a CAM boot for 2 weeks with X-ray follow up, it will heal in a weak position.
Dr. Patel
You need to see a podiatrist. You likely sprained your ankle and if you do not go into a CAM boot for 2 weeks with X-ray follow up, it will heal in a weak position.
Dr. Patel
The skin on my left foot feels raw after standing for a long time. Why?
Yes, when you stand on your feet for long enough, you can get the sensation of numbness or tingling. This is usually due to compression on your nerves from either a foot deformity READ MORE
Yes, when you stand on your feet for long enough, you can get the sensation of numbness or tingling. This is usually due to compression on your nerves from either a foot deformity or it can be a closed toe shoe. I would wear open-toe memory foam sandals at home and this would resolve the issue.
Dr. Patel
Dr. Patel
I have a painful, swollen ankle following an injury. What to do?
It seemed like you either now have a chronic weak ankle or your sprain is more than one ligament. You should get X-rays of your ankle and go into a walking boot.
I am getting frequent ankle swelling. Can it be cured?
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Thank you for your question. It really depends on where the swelling is and what gear you are running in. It seems that it has to do with the veins in your ankle and I READ MORE
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Thank you for your question. It really depends on where the swelling is and what gear you are running in. It seems that it has to do with the veins in your ankle and I would recommend a study from your cardiologist before wearing compression socks during your run. If this is truly exercise induced, then wearing compression will help a lot and it shouldn’t return.
Dr. Patel
Thank you for your question. It really depends on where the swelling is and what gear you are running in. It seems that it has to do with the veins in your ankle and I would recommend a study from your cardiologist before wearing compression socks during your run. If this is truly exercise induced, then wearing compression will help a lot and it shouldn’t return.
Dr. Patel
What's this feeling on the bottom of my toe?
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It seems as though it could be a few things, if you don’t feel anything in your skin, I would confirm that with a diagnostic X-ray or ultrasound. It could be a fibrous READ MORE
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It seems as though it could be a few things, if you don’t feel anything in your skin, I would confirm that with a diagnostic X-ray or ultrasound. It could be a fibrous tissue mass under the toe. I would start with epsom salt soaks to help draw out anything stuck under the skin.
Dr. Patel
It seems as though it could be a few things, if you don’t feel anything in your skin, I would confirm that with a diagnostic X-ray or ultrasound. It could be a fibrous tissue mass under the toe. I would start with epsom salt soaks to help draw out anything stuck under the skin.
Dr. Patel
