Question 1

what type of physician should i see for foot arch discomfort?

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Podiatrist: You can see a podiatrist, a foot specialist.  They have the initials dpm at the end of their name.

Question 2

which type of doctor should i see for a extreme case of athlets foot?

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Dermatologist: A dermatologist will be able to take a small scraping of skin and immediately confirm the presence of fungal organisms.  They also are aware of an entire array of treatment options if it is or is not athletes foot.

Question 3

which type of doctor do you see for athletes foot?

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Many possibilities: You could see your primary care doc, podiatrist or dermatologist.

Question 4

what type of doctor do i see for a foot fungus infection?

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Couple: Podiatrist, dermatologist, family doctor.

Question 5

i hurt my ankle/foot 2 months ago. it still hurts. what type of certified md doctor would you recommend for me to see?

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Primary Care: See a primary care physician for evaluation and treatment.  If you need a specialist, the primary care doctor will refer you to the right one.

Question 6

what type of doctor to see for sprained foot?

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GP: Best person to see would be your GP who would evaluate your injury,treat,investigate if necessary.

Question 7

i get a burning type of pain under my right foot, mostly at night. sometimes the whole leg feels numb. do i need to see a doctor or is there otc medication that can help?

Accepted Answer

Neuropathy: There can be many causes of this type of neuropathic pain. Some are serious and others are benign. I think a neurologist could help sort this out.

Question 8

foot arch pain from running. who is best to see? podiatrist, physio, chiro or other? this is a reoccurring injury - knee related i think :(

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Orthopedist: I would consult with an orthopedist first. Have him check out your knee and feet and make the appropriate referrals.

Question 9

which type of doctor should i see? i have an inflammed nerve in my right hip/buttocks area for the last week. it started after a 5 mile run. it now is painfull all the time and twitching, and today i have numbness in my right foot for the first time.

Accepted Answer

Both : Both a neurologists and orthopedic surgeons typically deal with this sort of problem.  It's your choice.  Go to whoever can see you soonest.  Feel better!

Question 10

i have a foot cramp (in my arch) that has persisted for 3 days.  what can i do to help and what kind of doctor or therapist should i see?

Accepted Answer

A podiatrist: deals only with feet and could surely help you. A foot doctor can may sure you have the right kind of shoes and walk correctly, that your electrolytes are normal and can give you exercises to relax your cramp. Hope you feel better.

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What type of physician should I see for foot arch discomfort

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Which type of doctor should i see for a extreme case of athlets foot?

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Which type of doctor do you see for athletes foot?

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What type of doctor do i see for a foot fungus infection?

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I hurt my ankle/foot 2 months ago. it still hurts. what type of certified md doctor would you recommend for me to see?

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What type of doctor to see for sprained foot?

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I get a burning type of pain under my right foot, mostly at night. sometimes the whole leg feels numb. do i need to see a doctor or is there otc medication that can help?

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Foot arch pain from running. who is best to see? podiatrist, physio, chiro or other? this is a reoccurring injury - knee related i think :(

A member asked:

Which type of doctor should i see? i have an inflammed nerve in my right hip/buttocks area for the last week. it started after a 5 mile run. it now is painfull all the time and twitching, and today i have numbness in my right foot for the first time.

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I have a foot cramp (in my arch) that has persisted for 3 days. what can i do to help and what kind of doctor or therapist should i see?

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