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Treatment for infection on foot

After surgery on foot, it became infected and still is since Aug 13.2007 .This happened to my mother who is 94 years.Please help
(30 Sep 2007)

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Natural Treatment for Foot Infection

At an age of 94, the immune system of your mother must have become weak. Your mother had undergone a foot surgery in 2007, means at an age of 93. At this age, all the body system becomes weak even the ability to fight infections and diseases. This is not something personal but a common problem that is faced by everyone in their old age.

If your mother is feeling pain and uneasiness, you can try some of the following natural remedies for helping her relieve the pain and discomfort.

Soaking her infected foot in Epsom salt water is one of the best natural remedy for curing foot pain and infection.
You can also add some mustard seeds in the water to give immediate relief.
Dust an anti-fungal powder on the infected foot and allow the foot to breathe easily. Don't let the foot remain cover throughout the day.
Teat tree oil is another good remedy for curing foot infection.
Apply aloe vera gel on the affected area. This will help in relieving pain and will provide relaxation and comfort.
You can even try a combination of tea tree oil and aloe vera juice.
Extract of gape fruit can also work wonders in helping relieve some pain and discomfort.

answered by J on 8 Feb 2008, 6:23:30

Treatment for infection on foot

After surgery on foot, it became infected and still is since Aug 13.2007 .This happened to my mother who is 94 years.Please help (30 Sep 2007)

After surgery on foot, it became infected and still is since Aug 13.2007 .This happened to my mother who is 94 years.Please help
(30 Sep 2007)