Question 1

sharp sudden pain in big toe only lasts a few seconds then goes away happens periodically throughout the day ?

Accepted Answer

A physical exam: Would be needed as the history given is not enough to make an educated diagnosis.

Question 2

my blood biochemical test showed uric acid 9.0 mg/dl(yearly checkup 28/9/17. now i got sudden sharp pain in my left toe. what should i do next doctor?

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Gout?: Could be a gout attack, among other things.  The toe should be looked at soon.  Gout can be very, very painful, and treatment options do exist.  But this could be something else, like pseudogout or cellulitis.

Question 3

sharp pain in back of knee along with side of foot, calf, etc.  some tingling as well.  pain in toes. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Pain: This could be anything from sciatic (pinched nerve in lower back radiating down your leg) to a blood clot.

If it does not go away then you should see your doctor

Question 4

sharp shooting pain from knee to mid thigh. difficulty walking. dx: o/a (r) knee from fall. now swollen ankle, top of foot, pain in toes. related?

Accepted Answer

Compensation: The pain in the foot and ankle may be due to compensation. Meaning you may be walking differently due to the knee pain causing other lower extemity joints to hurt.

Question 5

very bad pain in toes why ?

Accepted Answer

Multiple answers: This bad pain could be from arthritis in the toes, nerve pinch to the area, sprain of the toes, poor shoes, etc... If you can be more specific as to which toes and how often and the type of pain, we can help you with a more definitive answer.  Good luck.

Question 6

what are some causes for toe pain?

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See below: Injury, improper fitting shoes, deformity of toes.

Question 7

leg toe pain?

Accepted Answer

More info: There are many reasons one can have leg and toe pain. Without information on quality of pain, time present, what makes it better/worse, how'd it start (all at once, due to injury, gradually), there is no great answer.

Question 8

what can be done for toe pain?

Accepted Answer

Toe pain: Need more information about your toe pain. Like which one how long any trauma .... Etc.

Question 9

what do you recommend for toe pain?

Accepted Answer

Toe pain: Depending on the toe, splints can be beneficial, especially at night. Certain taping or strapping techniques can be helpful as well for the lesser toes. Injections are extremely helpful for conditions such as capsulitis or osteoarthritis.

Question 10

what are some reasons for feet and toe pain?

Accepted Answer

Many: Trauma, tendonitis, neuritis, stress fracture.
Wearing tight shoes.

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Sharp sudden pain in big toe only lasts a few seconds then goes away happens periodically throughout the day ?

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My blood biochemical test showed uric acid 9.0 mg/dl(yearly checkup 28/9/17. now i got sudden sharp pain in my left toe. what should i do next doctor?

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Sharp pain in back of knee along with side of foot, calf, etc. some tingling as well. pain in toes. what could it be?

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Sharp shooting pain from knee to mid thigh. difficulty walking. dx: o/a (r) knee from fall. now swollen ankle, top of foot, pain in toes. related?

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Very bad pain in toes why ?

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What are some causes for toe pain?

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