Toe Pain
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Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedic surgery)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
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Content updated on Jan 4, 2023
About the symptom
It describes any painful sensation over the toe, which may be pressing,sharp, burning or dull.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Back pain
Low back pain
Swelling of the affected area
Numbness of lower limbs
Numbness / sensory disorder
Abnormal sensation (tingling, prickling)
Possible causes
- Hallux valgus
Hallux valgus, or a bunion, is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe when the big toe pushes against the next toe. Tight shoes, foot stress, and arthritis are common causes. It can lead to deformity.
- osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a disease that makes your bones weak and brittle, resulting in the bone to fracture easily even with minor trauma or stress (for instance, after a simple fall). It may be caused due to long-term low calcium intake, estrogen deficiencies in women, and an inactive lifestyle.
- Ingrown toenail
A condition where the corner of a toenail curves and grows into the skin, causing pain and swelling. Risk factors include obesity, small-sized shoes, and cutting the nails incorrectly.
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Gout / pseudogout
- Neuropathic pain
Hyperuricemia
- Chronic pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
- Lumbar spondylosis
Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Do you have pain in the toe(s)?
Is the affected area red?
Is the affected area swollen?
Do you have a fever?
Do you feel fatigued?
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Reviewed By:
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedic surgery)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
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