Frequent redness and swelling at the toes are considered to be related to factors such as onychomycosis and gout. It is recommended to pay attention to local care and use antibiotic drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, glucocorticoids and other drugs for treatment.
1. Inflammation of the nail groove: toe injuries, or the removal of barbs, improper trimming of toenails, ingrown nails, etc., can easily lead to the invasion of Staphylococcus aureus caused by infection, resulting in local redness, swelling and pain. Can be used externally ichthyol ointment, mupirocin ointment and other drugs, combined with oral sensitive antibacterial drugs. If localized pus, incision and drainage are needed, and postoperative anti-infection treatment.
2. Gout: It is caused by purine metabolism disorder and uric acid excretion obstacle, which can lead to red, swollen and painful toes. Colchicine, indomethacin and other drugs can be given to rapidly control joint inflammation. For non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, colchicine treatment is ineffective or contraindicated, renal insufficiency can be short-term oral moderate dose glucocorticoids such as prednisone.
The causes of red and swollen toes are more, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner, under the guidance of the doctor to use medication.