Diabetic Foot Care, Wounds & Circulation · Mount Juliet
Foot Infections, Cellulitis, Abscesses & Osteomyelitis treatment in Mount Juliet, TN
Expert care for foot infections at our Mount Juliet clinic, 2628 North Mount Juliet Road.
Understanding foot infections, and how we help in Mount Juliet.
Looking for help with foot infections in Mount Juliet? Our Mount Juliet clinic at 2628 North Mount Juliet Road offers exams, treatment, and follow up close to home.
A foot infection happens when germs get into the skin or deeper tissue. Cellulitis is an infection of the skin and the layer below it. An abscess is a pocket of pus, and osteomyelitis is an infection in the bone.
Cuts, cracks, ingrown nails, and sores can let germs in. People with diabetes or poor circulation are at higher risk. Infections can spread fast, so quick treatment is important.
Symptoms
Signs of foot infections.
If you notice these signs and live near Mount Juliet, an exam can give you clear answers.
- 01
Red, warm, swollen, or tender skin
- 02
A pocket of pus or a painful lump
- 03
Drainage or a bad smell from a wound
- 04
Fever, chills, or red streaks moving up the leg
Why it happens
What can cause foot infections.
- 01
Cuts, cracks, blisters, and puncture wounds
- 02
Ingrown toenails and athlete's foot
- 03
Open ulcers that stay uncovered
- 04
A weakened immune system or poor blood flow
Diagnosis and care
How we treat foot infections in Mount Juliet.
Step 1 · Diagnosis
We examine the skin for redness, warmth, swelling, and drainage. We may take a sample from a wound to find the germ, and order blood tests. X-rays or an MRI can show whether the infection has reached the bone.
Step 2 · Treatment
Treatment often includes prescription antibiotics matched to the germ. For an abscess, we drain the pocket during a minor in-office procedure and clean the area. We use wound care and rest, and raise the foot to reduce swelling. Deep or spreading infections may need care in the hospital with medicine given through a vein.
Surgery may be needed to clean out infected tissue or bone, especially with osteomyelitis or a deep abscess. Removing infected bone can help the infection clear and protect the rest of the foot.
Your visit
What to expect at our Mount Juliet clinic.
Your visit for foot infections in Mount Juliet is simple and friendly.
- 1
Talk and exam
We listen first, then examine your feet and how you walk at our Mount Juliet clinic.
- 2
Clear answers
X-rays or other imaging when needed, so you leave knowing what is wrong.
- 3
A plan for you
We begin with gentle options that work, with follow ups close to home in Mount Juliet.
Recovery
What to expect over time.
Skin infections often improve in days to a couple of weeks. Bone infections can need many weeks of treatment and follow-up.
When to book
Do not wait it out in Mount Juliet.
See a podiatrist right away for redness, warmth, pus, or a wound that looks worse each day. Go to an emergency room for fever, red streaks, confusion, or fast-spreading redness.
Call 615-220-8788Related care
More in Diabetic Foot Care, Wounds & Circulation.
- Diabetic Foot Exams & At-Risk Foot Care in Mount Juliet
- Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy & Charcot Foot in Mount Juliet
- Foot Ulcers in Mount Juliet
- Chronic Non-Healing Wounds & Limb Preservation in Mount Juliet
- Peripheral Arterial Disease & Poor Circulation in Mount Juliet
- Leg and Foot Swelling, Edema & Lymphedema in Mount Juliet
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Nerve Entrapment, Burning Feet & Numbness in Mount Juliet
FAQ
Your questions answered.
Is cellulitis contagious?
It usually does not spread from person to person. It is a skin infection that needs treatment so it does not spread inside your body.
Why do I need X-rays for a skin infection?
They can show gas, foreign objects, or bone changes. That helps us know if the infection is deeper than it looks.
Do you treat foot infections in Mount Juliet, TN?
Yes. Our Mount Juliet clinic at 2628 North Mount Juliet Road, Mount Juliet, TN 37122 treats foot infections in children and adults. Call 615-220-8788 to book a visit.
How soon can I be seen for foot infections in Mount Juliet?
Call the Mount Juliet clinic at 615-220-8788 or send a request online. Tell us about your pain and we will find the earliest time that works for you.
Mount Juliet clinic
Get help with foot infections in Mount Juliet.
2628 North Mount Juliet Road, Mount Juliet, TN 37122
Visit the Mount Juliet clinic pageNearby clinics
Foot Infections, Cellulitis, Abscesses & Osteomyelitis care near Mount Juliet.
- HermitageAbout 6 miles away
- GallatinAbout 10 miles away
- LebanonAbout 12 miles away
- GoodlettsvilleAbout 13 miles away