left foot is swollen and the instep is black and blue

[acolt45]

left foot is swollen and the instep is black and blue, no change overnight. My feet swell up sometimes when sitting, bur normally go down when sleeping or putting my feet up.  

[acolt45]

Went to ER:  X-rayed and Ultra-sounded me.
No problems located other than old age, arthritis-degenerative; given shot for swelling and naproxen pills..
Treated for sprained ankle!

I believe that I would have known if I sprained something, feels better this morning but does not look very good. Still painful to the tough, no issues walking or bending foot..
At least I have peace of mind now..

[caregiver222]

A "purple" foot may indicate a lack of oxygen and circulation. You need an evaluation at an ER.

[5Ooh4_girl74]

If something was broken, you would feel it I would think. You say your feet swell during the day while up on them....my Mom suffered with CHF, and as a result, had bad circulation in her lower extremities, which over time, would cause tiny capillary veins to burst under the skin. In hindsight, blood under the dermal skin layer = dark, black & blue bruising. Have it checked out asap, especially if there's any pain associated with it. Good luck :)

[Nicstar2]

Have you been to get an x-ray? Usually when something goes black/blue it is broken...? Maybe you have a small crack in a bone you didn't know happened? Def should go to hospital/walk in clinic to get it seen.