The Winter Is a Good Time to Check in with Your Feet

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These months between the holidays and the coming thaw are a hard time for many people. It’s cold and dark, and we want to curl up with some cocoa and a good book. But these quiet weeks are a great time to take care of some health needs that you might have been putting off. Before you retreat until spring, take a few moments to inspect your feet and schedule your next visit with Anne Arundel County podiatrists Dr. James M. McKee and Dr. Adam Weaver. Here are five things to look for:

  1. Redness, itching, or scaling, any of which can indicate Athlete’s Foot or other skin conditions of the feet.

  2. Did you know you can develop melanoma or other skin cancers on your feet? Look for new or changing moles anywhere on your foot, especially on the sole.

  3. Redness, swelling, or pus where the toenail meets the skin. These are signs of ingrown toenails that your foot doctor can quickly address.

  4. White, yellow, thick, or crumbly toenails, any of which can mean a fungal infection has set in. At Podiatry Group of Annapolis, P.A., our doctors can help you with treatment for toenail fungus.

  5. Foot pain, which might mean you have an unresolved foot or ankle injury. You should be able to stand, walk, or wear shoes without discomfort regardless of your age.

Of course, the best way to take care of your feet, ankles, and lower legs in any season is with a visit to your podiatrist. With years of specialized training and experience, your foot doctor is the best-qualified medical professional to care for this part of your body. Schedule a visit with James M. McKee, DPM, FACFAS and Adam Weaver, DPM, in the modern, comfortable Podiatry Group of Annapolis, P.A. offices on Old Solomons Island Road today. Call our friendly staff at 410-224-4448 or click here to get started.

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