Toe swelling
About Toe swelling
Toe swelling can result from inflammation, infection, allergic reaction or very rarely cancer. Inflammation can be caused by trauma, arthritis, gout, or an autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis.Symptoms
Pain, tenderness, swelling, redness.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed. Depending on the history a toe x-ray and/or blood tests may be done.Common tests: X-ray.
OTC sleep aids and supportive treatments
Prescription medications
- Morphine Oral
- Tramadol
- Acetaminophen and Propoxyphene
- Fentanyl Buccal (Transmucosal)
- Acetaminophen and Codeine
- Hydrocodone
- Fentanyl Transdermal
- Hydromorphone Oral and Rectal
- Meperidine
- Oxycodone
- Etodolac
- Salsalate
- Tolmetin
- Indomethacin
- Sulindac
- Piroxicam
- Ketorolac
- Oxaprozin
- Diclofenac
- Celecoxib
- Ketoprofen
- Nabumetone
- Diflunisal
Conventional treatment summary
Depends on the cause of the swelling but may include: immobilization, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications/NSAIDs (ibuprofen/Motrin or Advil, naproxen/Naprosyn or Aleve), pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and/or antibiotics.Medical specialties
Orthopedic Surgery · Podiatry · Foot and Ankle Surgery
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Toe swelling.