Question 1

i have bad pain and numbing in between big toe and second toe. were the toes are rubbing there a black dot thats getting bigger?

Accepted Answer

: Could be a corn (callous).  Likely need bigger shoes. Life is too short to wear small shoes.

Question 2

between my big toe and second toe goes numb + back problem?

Accepted Answer

You may have: Anterior tarsal tunnel syndrome which is a nerve compression of the deep peroneal nerve on the top of the foot. Or a radiculopathy from your back.

Question 3

i recently started to get small bumps in between my big toe and second toe on my left foot. it seems to be spreading and they hurt. what is it, cure?

Accepted Answer

Needs to be examined: This could be a skin condition or it may be the result of a structural problem (ex hammertoe, bone spur, etc).  See the podiatrist!

Question 4

i have a gap between my big toe and second toe, and my parents believe it is getting wider is there something i can buy to fix it without surgery?

Accepted Answer

Not yet: It may be just a normal anatomical variant. If no symptoms and the concern persists you may benefit from seeing a podiatrist for supportive devices.

Question 5

i have had left foot pain that has progressed over the past 3 weeks. when i look at my foot now there is a lump on it below the toes. it lies below but in between my big toe and second toe. it's tender and discolored a bit. it's about mid foot. any idea w

Accepted Answer

Bruise: May have possible stress fracture. My advice would be to seek medical attention ASAP.

Question 6

boyfriend's big toe and second toe, along with the ball of his foot, keep turning white underneath. top of his foot and toes stay normal color. only one foot. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Need exam : This problem is very nondescript. White area usually denote lack of circulation. However the description does not denote this. Different arteries would be needed to have a whiteish area on bottom of foot.  You can try soaking in warm water to see if this brings color back to area inn question. For such a young person this is unlikely. However if continues seek medical help.

Question 7

i have a red itchy spot on my big toe and second toe what is it?

Accepted Answer

fungus: Possibly athletes foot for a quick simple answer.  Try an antifungal first and if no improvement  follow up with a podiatrist.

Question 8

excruciating pain in ball of foot just as toes meet the foot pad. mainly in big toe and second toe. started at around 12pm out of nowhere and progressively getting worse. ?

Accepted Answer

About forefoot pain: Forefoot pain is hard to assess without an exam. Some people find help with Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin (ibuprofen) for 3 days, no weight-bearing plus cold packs for 3 days, wearing a non-flexible shoe, avoiding sports for a few days, etc... One can see in-person one's primary care doctor, or an orthopedist or podiatrist for an evaluation. Sometimes an online video consultation is adequate.

Question 9

pain on the left lower back, and sharp left leg pain which goes down to the front. the inside of thigh to knee feels weak, and left leg/foot feels numb between the big toe & the second toe.

Accepted Answer

Another pinched nerv: It sounds like your back is giving you trouble again.

Question 10

why is my second toe longer than the big toe?

Accepted Answer

Genetic Makeup: This is the result of your unique genetic makeup; some people have a longer one, some a shorter, and some the same length as the big toe. The length of the second toe does not have any correlation with intelligence, sex life or any of the other number of things I have been asked about in the office.

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I have bad pain and numbing in between big toe and second toe. were the toes are rubbing there a black dot thats getting bigger?

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Between my big toe and second toe goes numb + back problem?

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I recently started to get small bumps in between my big toe and second toe on my left foot. it seems to be spreading and they hurt. what is it, cure?

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I have a gap between my big toe and second toe, and my parents believe it is getting wider is there something i can buy to fix it without surgery?

A member asked:

I have had left foot pain that has progressed over the past 3 weeks. when i look at my foot now there is a lump on it below the toes. it lies below but in between my big toe and second toe. it's tender and discolored a bit. it's about mid foot. any idea w

A member asked:

Boyfriend's big toe and second toe, along with the ball of his foot, keep turning white underneath. top of his foot and toes stay normal color. only one foot. what could this be?

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I have a red itchy spot on my big toe and second toe what is it?

A member asked:

Excruciating pain in ball of foot just as toes meet the foot pad. mainly in big toe and second toe. started at around 12pm out of nowhere and progressively getting worse. ?

A member asked:

Pain on the left lower back, and sharp left leg pain which goes down to the front. the inside of thigh to knee feels weak, and left leg/foot feels numb between the big toe & the second toe.

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Why is my second toe longer than the big toe?

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