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Dr. Eric Lui, DPM
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Medical School - New York College of Podiatric Medicine
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Can a podiatrist perform surgery?
Hello,
Yes, podiatrists do perform foot surgery.
Dr. Lui
Yes, podiatrists do perform foot surgery.
Dr. Lui
What's wrong with the bottom of my feet?
Hello,
You may have plantar Fasciitis. Do a runners stretch three times a day and get Super feet orthotics for your shoes.
Dr. Lui
You may have plantar Fasciitis. Do a runners stretch three times a day and get Super feet orthotics for your shoes.
Dr. Lui
I have twisted my ankle on a walk and don't know how to fix it?
Hello, If it has been awhile since the injury without improvement then I would see a doctor. If the injury just happened immobilization and rest is the initial treatmwnt. Dr. READ MORE
Hello,
If it has been awhile since the injury without improvement then I would see a doctor. If the injury just happened immobilization and rest is the initial treatmwnt.
Dr. Lui
If it has been awhile since the injury without improvement then I would see a doctor. If the injury just happened immobilization and rest is the initial treatmwnt.
Dr. Lui
How long does it take for a broken foot to heal?
Hello,
A broken bone takes 4-6 weeks to heal depending on the actual bone
Dr. Lui
A broken bone takes 4-6 weeks to heal depending on the actual bone
Dr. Lui
What causes toenails to be thick and yellow?
Hello, You could have fungus causing the thickening and discoloration. There is oral medication as well as topical medication both by prescription to treat the problem. Dr. READ MORE
Hello,
You could have fungus causing the thickening and discoloration. There is oral medication as well as topical medication both by prescription to treat the problem.
Dr. Lui
You could have fungus causing the thickening and discoloration. There is oral medication as well as topical medication both by prescription to treat the problem.
Dr. Lui
My right foot has been hurting, what could it be?
Hello, It sounds like it is plantar fasciitis. Get yourself a set of Super Feet orthoses and perform a runners stretch 3 times a day. That should help resolve the issue. Dr. READ MORE
Hello,
It sounds like it is plantar fasciitis. Get yourself a set of Super Feet orthoses and perform a runners stretch 3 times a day. That should help resolve the issue.
Dr. Lui
It sounds like it is plantar fasciitis. Get yourself a set of Super Feet orthoses and perform a runners stretch 3 times a day. That should help resolve the issue.
Dr. Lui
How can I treat an ingrown toenail?
Hello, You can buy an angled nail clipper to cut the corner of the ingrown nail out. You can try to lift the corner of the nail that is ingrown and pack cotton from a Q-tip to READ MORE
Hello,
You can buy an angled nail clipper to cut the corner of the ingrown nail out. You can try to lift the corner of the nail that is ingrown and pack cotton from a Q-tip to lift the nail. If this fails see a specialist.
Dr. Lui
You can buy an angled nail clipper to cut the corner of the ingrown nail out. You can try to lift the corner of the nail that is ingrown and pack cotton from a Q-tip to lift the nail. If this fails see a specialist.
Dr. Lui
Why is there swelling on my foot?
Hello, I'm sorry to hear that you had complications with surgery. If there is still an open wound the foot will swell as the body sends blood to the area to try to heal it. READ MORE
Hello,
I'm sorry to hear that you had complications with surgery. If there is still an open wound the foot will swell as the body sends blood to the area to try to heal it. Good luck.
Dr. Lui
I'm sorry to hear that you had complications with surgery. If there is still an open wound the foot will swell as the body sends blood to the area to try to heal it. Good luck.
Dr. Lui
Are high heels safe for my feet?
Hello, You can develop bunions and hammer toes as a result of wearing high heels every day. You can also end up with tight calves which can lead to plantar fasciitis. I would READ MORE
Hello,
You can develop bunions and hammer toes as a result of wearing high heels every day. You can also end up with tight calves which can lead to plantar fasciitis. I would recommend daily calf stretches if you continue to wear high heels
Dr. Lui
You can develop bunions and hammer toes as a result of wearing high heels every day. You can also end up with tight calves which can lead to plantar fasciitis. I would recommend daily calf stretches if you continue to wear high heels
Dr. Lui
What are the best creams for toenail fungus?
Hello, Over the counter creams don't usually work for toe nail fungus. The best option is oral antifungal therapy in the form of a pill for 12 weeks. See your primary care doctor. Dr. READ MORE
Hello,
Over the counter creams don't usually work for toe nail fungus. The best option is oral antifungal therapy in the form of a pill for 12 weeks. See your primary care doctor.
Dr. Lui
Over the counter creams don't usually work for toe nail fungus. The best option is oral antifungal therapy in the form of a pill for 12 weeks. See your primary care doctor.
Dr. Lui
Is the pain in my toe because of an ingrown toenail?
Hello, If the pain is near the edge of the nail then it is probably an ingrown nail. You need to have the ingrown nail cut away. You can try this at home or see a professional. Dr. READ MORE
Hello,
If the pain is near the edge of the nail then it is probably an ingrown nail. You need to have the ingrown nail cut away. You can try this at home or see a professional.
Dr. Lui
If the pain is near the edge of the nail then it is probably an ingrown nail. You need to have the ingrown nail cut away. You can try this at home or see a professional.
Dr. Lui
What are the treatment options for toe fungus?
Hello,
You can try Vick vaporub twice a day for 9-12 months.
Dr. Lui
You can try Vick vaporub twice a day for 9-12 months.
Dr. Lui
Why does the center of my foot hurt when I walk?
Hello, it depends where the pain is exactly. Is it the bottom in the arch? It could be plantar fasciitis. Is it the top of the middle of the foot? It could be arthritis. Dr. READ MORE
Hello, it depends where the pain is exactly. Is it the bottom in the arch? It could be plantar fasciitis. Is it the top of the middle of the foot? It could be arthritis.
Dr. Lui
Dr. Lui
Is there an effective way to remove and prevent corns?
Hello, Corns come from a contracture of the toe which leads to a bony prominence. This prominence then rubs against tight fitting shoes or shoes with a low toe box. To prevent READ MORE
Hello,
Corns come from a contracture of the toe which leads to a bony prominence. This prominence then rubs against tight fitting shoes or shoes with a low toe box. To prevent them wear shoes with a higher toe box. If the corns become painful and are adequately treated by changing shoe gear then surgery may be required to fix the digital deformity which is called a hammer toe.
Dr. Lui
Corns come from a contracture of the toe which leads to a bony prominence. This prominence then rubs against tight fitting shoes or shoes with a low toe box. To prevent them wear shoes with a higher toe box. If the corns become painful and are adequately treated by changing shoe gear then surgery may be required to fix the digital deformity which is called a hammer toe.
Dr. Lui
Why is one of my toes smaller than the others?
Hello,
If the toe looks like it is retracted it could be a condition called brachymetatarsia.
Dr. Lui
If the toe looks like it is retracted it could be a condition called brachymetatarsia.
Dr. Lui
How do ingrown toenails get infected?
Hello,
Ingrown nails get infected when the nail punctures the skin allowing bacteria to enter the soft tissues causing an infection.
Dr. Lui
Ingrown nails get infected when the nail punctures the skin allowing bacteria to enter the soft tissues causing an infection.
Dr. Lui
Why is the top of my left foot swollen?
Hello,
A stress fracture is a differential diagnosis and a common one. You would need a set of x-rays to evaluate for a fracture.
Dr. Lui
A stress fracture is a differential diagnosis and a common one. You would need a set of x-rays to evaluate for a fracture.
Dr. Lui
What is the best way to eliminate foot odor?
Hello,
Change your socks half way through the day. Try Drysol OTC. It's an antiperspirant for your feet.
Dr. Lui
Change your socks half way through the day. Try Drysol OTC. It's an antiperspirant for your feet.
Dr. Lui
Should I try to remove a toenail?
Hi,
If it's loose and barely attached, then yes. If it is still attached, it may be too painful to pull off. If that is the case, then I would see a podiatrist.
Dr. Lui
If it's loose and barely attached, then yes. If it is still attached, it may be too painful to pull off. If that is the case, then I would see a podiatrist.
Dr. Lui
Can you treat heel spurs at home?
Hi,
If we are talking about a posterior heel spur then you can try mole skin to the back of the heel to prevent irritation. Open back shoes are an option as well.
Dr. Lui
If we are talking about a posterior heel spur then you can try mole skin to the back of the heel to prevent irritation. Open back shoes are an option as well.
Dr. Lui
