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Your feet are an important and complex part of your body, so when they’re in poor shape, having a specialist to consult can make a significant difference in your recovery. There are many issues and symptoms which make patients seek out a podiatrist. Here are a few of the most common reasons you might need to visit a foot doctor in your lifetime.

Reasons Why You Should Schedule an Appointment With a Podiatrist

1. Foot Pain

Whether it’s due to a known injury or whether the cause is more obscure, foot pain can be a crippling experience. Your podiatrist’s treatment and recommendations can help resolve or reduce foot pain by addressing the underlying conditions, so you can get back on your feet.

2. Foot Odor

PodiatristIf your feet have become unusually odorous, the culprit may be a medical issue. Your doctor will help you cut down on foot smells, improving your life and the lives of those who share your living space.

3. Toenail Problems

Ingrown toenails may not sound like a major problem, but if they are particularly deep or stubborn, a severe infection can result. Your podiatrist is the best person to not only treat the problem but prevent it from happening again.

4. Athlete’s Foot

Another seemingly small issue, the fungal infection, known as athlete’s foot, can become a source of serious discomfort if it doesn’t resolve quickly. Your podiatrist can help you with more effective medication if topical ointment does not successfully do the job.

5. Unusual Growths

Warts, bunions, corns, and calluses can range from unattractive to inconvenient and downright painful. The solution may be as simple as taping the area, or as serious as surgical intervention. 

 

If your feet or ankles are giving you trouble, schedule a visit to the podiatrist today, as they are your best hope to recover from the infection or injury which is troubling you. Podiatrist Eric R. Tepper, DPM, in Sugar Land, TX, is the area’s expert in chronic and acute foot, ankle, and lower leg problems. For 35 years, Dr. Tepper has provided relief from pain, and treatment for injuries and ailments. To schedule an appointment, call (281) 980-3668 or reach out online.

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