Question 1

pain at the bottom of feet?

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Plantar Fascitis??: Plantar Fascitis is most likely cause. Get it checked.

Question 2

shape pain at the bottom of feet?

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Feet first, then...: There are many possible causes of foot pain. It is best to get it evaluated by a physician- to help customize the treatment  if it is toward your heel, and worst when you first get out of bed, it may be plantar fasciitis.  Freeze a plastic water bottle and roll out the bottom of your feet for 10 minutes.  If not improving, get it looked at-you may need a stretch/ strengthening program.

Question 3

what is spongy substance on bottom of feet that gets worse when wet?

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Athletes' feet: You need to be seen for evaluation od spongy substance on bottom of feet.  You should see a foot specialist or dermatologist.  You will probably need to be placed on antifungal medication or possibly a biopsy will be needed.

Question 4

warts on bottom of feet

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Plantar warts: Plantar warts can be treated in a number of ways.  Over the counter liquid or plaster containing salicylic acid is often helpful.  Dermatologists can treat plantar warts by freezing with liquid nitrogen, applying a blistering medication to lift the wart off the surface of the skin, injections of medications that attract cells of the immune system and lasers to cut off blood supply to warts.

Question 5

what causes burning on the bottom of feet?

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Burning: Could be tarsal tunnel syndrome.

Question 6

best way to cure fungal on bottom of feet?

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Antifungals: Athlete's foot creams (antifungals) twice a day. Also, wear only cotton socks, and keep the feet very dry.

Question 7

what causes dark spots at the bottom of feet?

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Skin color changes: You would want to look at the pigmentation and ask yourself.  How long has it been there, has it grown over the past week/months, has it changed in size/color, etc.  There are many different reasons to have pigmentation on your skin.  You want to be weary of any new or changing skin lesions, especially if you have a hx of skin cancer.  See your pcp/dermatologist for follow-up care.

Question 8

can folliculitis spread to the bottom of feet?

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Sorry: I do not believe that there are hair follicles on the plantar surface (sole) of the foot.

Question 9

numbness bottom of feet l-5. what to do for this?

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I would try: Physical therapy and stretching. See if that helps.

Question 10

multiple lumps on bottom of feet?

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Plantar warts: These are most likely plantar warts, a viral condition which can thrive on the feet of susceptible individuals.  You should schedule a visit with a podiatrist who can  confirm this diagnosis and provide the proper treatment.

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