Can heel swelling be caused by eating raw rice ?
Patient: Hello Doctor, i m urmila 38 years old and i have 3 kids. i am badly addicted to raw rice. i eat approx. 2-3 tbsp daily.Now i m suffering from heel swelling and burning. Recently i have taken vit b-com, evening primrose oil capsule and orofer(iron). What could be the cause? Doctor: Hi,  First of all, let me assure you that heel swelling and burning is not related to your habit of eating raw rice. Most likely you are having Plantar Fasciitis.  Start painkillers, local heat therapy and soft footwear. If you do not feel any improvement in 2-3 weeks, go for an orthopaedic consultation.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Take care  Regards, Dr Gopal Goel, Orthopaedic Surgeon