Week 13 Uh-oh!

So I started back to walking with the dogs on Wednesday. It was lovely! Trey got to run loose but Beckett had to stay on leash as she is still sore in a foot. Sigh.

The foot and ankle felt great during and after the walk, even into the evening. This is good news.

On Thursday, I was on my feet for most of the day preparing for a trip out of town with the dogs. I had a lot to do to get the ducks and chickens situated to where they could be left for a couple days without becoming a meal for a hawk or four-legged varmint.

When I came inside to shower at about 2pm, I took off my shoe and sock and found this . . .

Uh-oh!

Yes, this is the same toenail that was ingrown after my previous surgery. The doctor removed the side of the nail so as to prevent any further ingrowing or infections. But this looks like the festering of an infection to me.

So I quick sent off an email to my doctor as I was leaving in just a couple of hours for Virginia. After following her instructions, I headed east.

At some point during my two-day whirlwind trip, the white spot ruptured and oozed onto the bandage I applied. I've continued to soak it in warm water and Epsom salts but it has not refilled nor is it sore or painful.

I just hope it's gone. I don't want any more 'issues' with this foot!