Question 1

3 middle toes are numb all the time on one foot. lot of pain in ball of foot when walking. toes also go red and burn when very painful. mri normal?

Accepted Answer

Circulation problem: From your description of the color changes, it sounds like a circulation problem. (MPN nerve problem should also affect the big toe). The MRI is useless in this situation, unless an MRA (MRI Angiogram) is performed in a special high-field MRI machine. Your best bet is to talk to a podiatrist &amp; discuss your ENTIRE medical history, including any smoking history, varicose veins, family problems, &amp;c.

Question 2

pain on ball of foot mainly when walking without shoes sometimes with shoes pain sometimes on top of foot above ball.  have bunion as well  cause?

Accepted Answer

Hallux valgus: In essence, you are experience a transfer of forces more laterally because of your bunion. You may even get a thickened callus known as a "transfer lesion.".

Question 3

what could cause pain in ball of one foot while walking, usually after a couple miles it starts. just the right foot only. also my feet hurt when i first wake up it hurts to walk for the first few steps?

Accepted Answer

Podiatrist: These symptoms could be caused by fasciitis, tendonitis, faulty feet structure or even a stress fracture. You should consult a podiatrist for evaluation and treatment. Advice about proper footwear and walking technique would be helpful.

Question 4

sudden pain in ball of foot. did i walk too far?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Excessive pressure on the area could cause a swelling of the ball of the foot. Try rest and a warm compress to the ball of the foot.

Question 5

pain in ball of foot and toe after walking.  what should i do to eliminate pain?

Accepted Answer

Several things: If no trauma, use ice, take alleve and get a cushioned insole for your shoe.  If no relif see a podiatrist.

Question 6

the side of my right foot kills can't walk ball of foot hurts to walk on?

Accepted Answer

Pain with walking: Pain in ball of foot can range from capsulitis, stress fracture, neuroma and a whole host of other issues.  Pain on side of foot falls into the same category.  In order to truly evaluate a podiatrist needs to have a thorough history and do a physical exam, including xrays.

Question 7

have metatarsalgia and got in a habit of walking in a way to lessen pressure on ball of foot. now pain in foot elsewhere. is this to be expected?

Accepted Answer

Compensation....: You have just described the phenomena known as compensatory pain of referred pain. This is a classic and sometimes confusing element in the treatment of longer termed injuries. All effort must be made to stop the compensation or face the possibility of developing related secondary or compensatory injuries.

Question 8

did zumba barefoot a week ago at home and ball of foot really hurts what is wrong and how long will it take to recover. painful to walk but no swellin?

Accepted Answer

Without you in: The office being examined I don't know whatis wrong possibilities include: sesamoid fracture or inflammation, neuroma, plantar fascitis, stress fracture of metatarsal , tendonitis....

Question 9

what causes chronic metatarsal pain in the ball of foot? it hurts to walk, or stand, i do have morons toe.

Accepted Answer

?metatarsalgia: See a podiatrist to get this addressed, as you may have already been diagnosed with Morton's metatarsalgia.  Plantar fasciitis and several rheumatological conditions could be playing a role here, and would advise blood studies if answer is elusive.

Question 10

for 2 days i have had sharp pain - left( ball of foot?)   large pad behind big toe. no visible swelling .  painful walk/stand. what possible causes?

Accepted Answer

Rule out Gout: You will need to rule out the possibility of gouty arthritis - it typically appears suddenly in a big toe (classic presentation), although it is usually accompanied by some form of swelling, redness or other discoloration.

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3 middle toes are numb all the time on one foot. lot of pain in ball of foot when walking. toes also go red and burn when very painful. mri normal?

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Pain on ball of foot mainly when walking without shoes sometimes with shoes pain sometimes on top of foot above ball. have bunion as well cause?

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What could cause pain in ball of one foot while walking, usually after a couple miles it starts. just the right foot only. also my feet hurt when i first wake up it hurts to walk for the first few steps?

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Sudden pain in ball of foot. did i walk too far?

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Pain in ball of foot and toe after walking. what should i do to eliminate pain?

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The side of my right foot kills can't walk ball of foot hurts to walk on?

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Have metatarsalgia and got in a habit of walking in a way to lessen pressure on ball of foot. now pain in foot elsewhere. is this to be expected?

A member asked:

Did zumba barefoot a week ago at home and ball of foot really hurts what is wrong and how long will it take to recover. painful to walk but no swellin?

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What causes chronic metatarsal pain in the ball of foot? it hurts to walk, or stand, i do have morons toe.

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For 2 days i have had sharp pain - left( ball of foot?) large pad behind big toe. no visible swelling . painful walk/stand. what possible causes?

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