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Central Florida Foot & Ankle Center, LLC<br />
101 6th Street N.W.<br />
Winter Haven, FL 33881<br />
Phone: 863-299-4551<br />
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Central Florida Foot & Ankle Center, LLC<br />
101 6th Street N.W.<br />
Winter Haven, FL 33881<br />
Phone: 863-299-4551<br />
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Central Florida Foot & Ankle Center, LLC<br />
101 6th Street N.W.<br />
Winter Haven, FL 33881<br />
Phone: 863-299-4551<br />
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Central Florida Foot & Ankle Center, LLC<br />
101 6th Street N.W.<br />
Winter Haven, FL 33881<br />
Phone: 863-299-4551<br />
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Central Florida Foot & Ankle Center, LLC<br />
101 6th Street N.W.<br />
Winter Haven, FL 33881<br />
Phone: 863-299-4551<br />
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Central Florida Foot & Ankle Center, LLC<br />
101 6th Street N.W.<br />
Winter Haven, FL 33881<br />
Phone: 863-299-4551<br />
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Foot and ankle problems in the child, much like many other
ailments, can go unnoticed or undiagnosed for years. The signs and symptoms can often be subtle
and non-descript. A child may not be
able to explain what is wrong, and it may be up to the parents to recognize the
symptoms. Here are a few tips of what to
look for.</div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Difficulty keeping up with the other kids may be
a sign that something is wrong. Often
children with flatfeet have difficulty with sports and other activities due to
early fatigue. The muscles of the legs
and feet can tire easily when they are not functioning properly. <o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->When a child withdraws from a sport or activity
that they previously enjoyed, it may be due to pain. Children will often not state explicitly that
their feet hurt, but will rather shy away from sports. Heel pain in a child between 8 and 14 years
old may be caused by inflammation around the growth plate of the calcaneus, or
heel bone. This a treatable condition,
and should not cause a child to give up something that they previously enjoyed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->If a child trips and falls often, it can
indicate in-toeing, balance problems, or neuromuscular conditions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->A child not wanting to show you their feet may
also be a sign that something is wrong.
Children are often scared of a trip to the doctor’s office, and if
something is bothering them, they may not say anything for a while. Ingrown toenails are notorious for going
untreated long enough to become grossly infected in children. Look for changes in the skin, hair and nails
in a child, as well as any callus build-up.
These can be signs of a foot and/or ankle condition. <o:p></o:p></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Obviously, if a child complains of pain in their
feet, ankles, or legs, it is a sign that something is wrong. Particularly in young, otherwise healthy
children, lower extremity pain should never be considered “normal”. Children are not typically affected by the
same types of overuse injuries in the adult, and thus should not be treated as
adults. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Most foot and ankle conditions in children can be treated
conservatively, and very few will require surgery. Often an orthotics or other non-surgical care
is effective in relieving pain or other symptoms. If your child exhibits any of these symptoms,
they should be seen by a podiatrist for complete evaluation. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>101 6th Street N.W. </b><br />
<b>Winter Haven, FL 33881 </b><br />
<b>Phone: 863-299-4551 </b><br />
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At a recent conference in Copenhagen on the topic of infectious disease, Margaret Chan, director of the World Health Organization, warned of the dangers of antibiotics resistance. The problem is becoming so common, she stated, that it may trigger the “end of modern medicine as we know it”. </div>
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Resistance to antibiotics occurs naturally, but the process is sped up as bacteria are exposed to antibiotics that they can survive. This is exacerbated by improper use of antibiotics, over-prescribing for conditions like the common cold or the flu, and not following directions on the prescriptions. The survival mechanism of the bacteria is to develop protection against antibiotics, thus creating antibiotic resistance. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Antibiotic resistance has been sensationalized in the media as “Super Bugs”, most recently with MRSA becoming a household word. MRSA, which stands for methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus, is a drug resistant bacteria that has become extremely common. The bacteria that was once associated only with nosocomial infections is now found ubiquitously in the community setting. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Chan discussed the “Post-antibiotic era” of medicine that may be approaching, stating that "we are losing our first-line antimicrobials. Replacement treatments are more costly, more toxic, need much longer durations of treatment, and may require treatment in intensive care units.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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A number of strong, antibiotic resistant bacteria are already on the radar at most hospitals, with the infectious disease department at each hospital tracking what is common in their hospital, and which antibiotics are effective. <o:p></o:p></div>
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One of the most commonly cited misuses of antibiotics is prescribing their use for sore throats associated with viral infections. Because the virus causing the sore throat or cold is not affected by the antibiotics, it does nothing for the symptoms. Furthermore, it can produce antibiotic-resistant microbes within the body, as they have now been exposed to the antibiotic. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Podiatric physicians see the misuse of antibiotics in patients with ulcers and open wounds on their feet, ankles, and legs. It is common practice for a physician unfamiliar with woundcare to prescribe antibiotics, even when the wound is uninfected. However, this goes directly against the principles laid out by the Infectious Disease Society of America, in their guidelines for treating diabetic foot ulcers. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The overuse and misuse of antibiotics is cited as the cause of antibiotics-resistant organisms, the practice of using antibiotics is difficult to get away from. Antibiotics being manufactured today are stronger, and often more targeted towards certain organisms. However, they can also cause more damage to the healthy tissues of the body, and that is what Chan and other doctors are so concerned with.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Central Florida Foot & Ankle Center, LLC </b><br />
<b>101 6th Street N.W. </b><br />
<b>Winter Haven, FL 33881 </b><br />
<b>Phone: 863-299-4551 </b><br />
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It may not come as a surprise to find that Paula Deen has
type 2 diabetes. The woman who has made
a career through a seemingly reckless approach to cooking and eating, using
large quantities of cream, sugar, and butter in the majority of her recipes
came out with the news earlier in January of this year. What may come as a surprise to some is her
latest paid position as a spokeswoman for Novo Nordisk, a company that makes
Victoza, which is an injectable non-insulin diabetes drug. </div>
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Yes, that is correct.
The woman who made a career of throwing caution to the wind, piling on the
bacon and slathering on the mayonnaise is now promoting a diabetes drug. The same woman that created the Brunch
Burger, a hamburger that sits on a Krispy Kreme donut covered with bacon and a
fried egg, revealed to the world on January 17<sup>th</sup> what she and her
doctor had known for close to three years.
She had type 2 diabetes, and now she would capitalize on it to create a
name for herself in the diabetic drug market.
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With Deen’s approach to cooking, it was inevitable for her
to develop some sort of health condition.
In this case it is type 2 diabetes, but obesity is also a major risk factor for heart disease, certain
types of cancer, gout, and a number of other diseases. Virtually every system in the human body is
effected by obesity. Paula Deen’s recipes
certainly did not take this into consideration.
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Deen’s announcement has sparked both support from her fans
as well as sharp criticism from others.
The chicken-fried-everything chef turned diabetes spokeswoman has
single-handedly created a talking point about obesity in America. Her career moves reflect the attitudes of so
many people. On the one hand, she has
contributed to obesity by promoting fat-laden recipes in gigantic
portions. At the same time, she has felt
the effects firsthand with her diagnosis.
The difference, however, is that the business savvy Deen has made a
profit on both sides. <o:p></o:p></div>
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While it may not be surprising to find out that she has been
diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a disease for which obesity has been indicated
as one of the greatest risk factors for developing, her next moves may be even
more interesting. She has gone on the
record as doing almost nothing in terms of curbing her dietary behavior,
stating that she has cut down on her consumption of sweet tea. However, her name being branded on some of
the most unhealthy menu items on the planet can not be erased. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Cutaneous Larva Migrans is a tropical disease that is
commonly found in the foot. It is the
result of an infection with one of a variety of hookworms, including the
species <i>Ancylostoma braziliense</i> (cat
hookworm) and <i>Ancylostoma caninum </i>(dog
hookworm). These parasites are typically
seen in tropical or subtropical environments such as the Caribbean, Mexico,
Brazil, Souteast Asia, and Africa.
Humans can pick these up as an accidental end-organism from walking
barefoot on the beach, or in other areas of the body from contact. </div>
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The skin lesions are extremely itchy, and can cause great
discomfort for those affected. The
migrating line that is characteristic of the infection is caused by the path
that the organism takes underneath the skin.
The parasite can actually be several centimeters ahead of the trailing
line, as the reaction is delayed. The
lesion that forms is linear, typically in a winding pattern, red, and raised
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Rarely, the lesions along the body may also contain small
pustules. These are formed from the
parasite becoming trapped within the sebaceous glands. Small, pimple-like lesions may occur. This may complicate the condition, as these
small lesions may erupt and become infected secondarily. This complication, however, is rare.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Diagnosis of cutaneous larva migrans is made through
clinical examination. A history of
travel to tropical or subtropical environments is common in those
affected. X-rays and other imaging
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The infection is self-limiting, as humans are only an
accidental host for the parasite. The
hookworm will usually die with two weeks of infection. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Treatment for cutaneous larva migrans is with oral
ivermectin, an anthelmintic drug.
Treatment with a single dose is usually curative, and has rarely induced
side effects. Albendazole has also been
used orally. This drug is usually
administered over three to five days, and has a similar curative rate as
ivermectin. Topical thiabendazole has
also been used. A biopsy of the skin one
to two centimeters ahead of the lesion may reveal the parasite. <o:p></o:p></div>
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While it may seem
like a creepy, crawly problem, the condition is ultimately benign. In the vast majority of cases, cutaneous
larva migrans resolves without complication, even without treatment. If you find new lesions on your feet or any
other part of your body that are painful or itchy, be sure to point them out to
your doctor. While cutaneous larva
migrans may not be the most serious of diagnoses, this creepy problem may just
make you want to wear sandals on your next vacation!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Chronic Venous Insufficiency is the most common cause of leg
swelling, affecting approximately 2% of the general population and up to 20% of
the elderly population. The condition
affects about 2.5 million people in the U.S. alone. </div>
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Symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency include swelling of
both legs, with a feeling of “heaviness” being a common complaint. An itchiness or constant dull pain is often
reported, and symptoms will typically worsen through the day or after a long
period of standing. Skin changes are a
common finding in chronic venous insufficiency, with the skin first changing to
a darker color. This is often associated
with excessive dryness and flaking of the skin, known as stasis
dermatitis. As the condition progresses,
the skin becomes thicker and taught, and becomes prone to breakdown or
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The venous system is what is responsible for returning blood
from the peripheral tissues back to the heart.
In the legs, gravity allows this blood to pool when the venous system
fails in returning the blood. This is
most commonly due to faulty valves in the venous system. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Normally, the deep venous system returns most of the blood
back to the heart. The superficial
venous system shunts blood into the deep system, and valves in the veins
connecting the two layers create a one way system. When these valves fail, it allows for
backflow in the venous system, causing pooling and chronic venous insufficiency. The valves can be damaged from normal aging,
blood clots, varicose veins, pregnancy, or injury to the legs or vascular
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The gradual development of swelling in both legs at the end
of the day is suggestive of venous insufficiency when there is no other obvious
cause. However, the rapid development of
swelling or swelling of one leg should be more alarming, and warrants the
immediate attention of a doctor. Some
things that can cause swelling of the legs include cellulitis (infection), deep
vein thrombosis (blood clot), tear of the calf muscles, ruptured Baker’s cyst,
lymphedema, congestive heart failure, liver disease with cirrhosis, and damage
to the kidneys. Obviously some of these
conditions are more serious and life threatening than others. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Chronic venous insufficiency is largely a clinical
diagnosis, meaning that advanced testing is usually not necessary. However, some tests may be ordered to rule
out other conditions when the diagnosis is not as clear. An ultrasound study may be ordered to rule
out a blood clot, or a deep vein thrombosis (DVT). If there is an open wound, blood cultures and
swabs of the wound may be taken to identify a possible infection. Blood work may also be used to evaluate the
function of the heart, liver, and kidneys if damage to these organs is
suspected. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Treatment of venous insufficiency depends on how advanced
the swelling is. In early cases, it may
be treated with elevation of the legs when possible, walking programs, and
light compression stockings. These modalities will help to return the blood to
the heart, and prevent the progression of swelling. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In more advanced cases, compression therapy may be taken on
more aggressively, with heavier compression stockings or temporary wraps to
bring the fluid out of the legs. Unna
boots are a soft type of cast that is often used for this reason. Other modalities may include intermittent
compression devices that actively squeeze the calf muscles, shunting blood back
to the heart. These machines can be used
at home. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Medications can be prescribed to help control excess fluid
as well. Diuretics, sometimes referred
to as “water pills” can help a person to increase their kidney function, which
in turn increases their excretion of fluids and urination. This medications should be used with caution,
and are most commonly monitored by the primary physician. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Aggressive therapy of chronic venous insufficiency can help
prevent the complications of the condition.
Most notably, these complications include ulceration and infection. Ulcerations secondary to venous insufficiency
typically begin with a minor traumatic event which opens up the skin. At the incident, these injuries will usually
bleed a disproportionately large amount.
Once the skin is opened, the pressure from fluid build up can cause the
wound to expand in a circular pattern.
These wounds are usually found around the ankles, and will typically
drain a great deal while they are open.
Venous wounds can be extremely difficult to heal, as the persistent
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Infection can persist in one of two ways in the presence of
venous insufficiency. Because of the
tendency for people with venous insufficiency to ulcerate, an open wound is
created. This acts as a portal for
infection into the body. The skin
changes seen with venous insufficiency also weaken the skin, and take away from
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Persons with swelling in their legs should be evaluated by a
doctor to determine the cause. Whether
it is an immediate life threatening condition causing the swelling, or early
signs of venous insufficiency, it should be treated aggressively and
appropriately. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>101 6th Street N.W.
Winter Haven, FL 33881 </b><br />
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