Question 1

the outer edge of my foot hurts. there seems to be a lump that is very tender to the touch. it's painful to walk. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Bunion, bunionette?: Depends on where on the side of the foot it is located... inside/outside, base of a toe. Consult with a podiatrist and/or orthopedic surgeon, wear proper fitting shoes that do not put excessive pressure on the area. Follow the advice given by the specialists.

Question 2

fell 3 wks ago. shin still hurts bad and swollen. feel 2 lumps. side of foot hurts to walk on it. told i sprained it, no xray. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No, not normal at --: all. If symptoms are improving then I would not worry, if not, then I would have it seen to by an Orthopod with Xrays and treatment, as necessary started.
Good Luck.

Question 3

the side of my foot hurts really bad when i walk or when i push on it i'm only 22 what could it be?

Accepted Answer

5th metatarsal: Could you be a little more specific? If it is on the outside it is important that you see a physician & have imaging to determine if you have a (stress) fracture. If there is a fracture then treatment usually consist of crutches, boot/ cast, or surgery. There is a chance that a fifth metatarsal fracture may be a “jones fracture” and have a high risk for nonunion, or failure to heal properly.

Question 4

i fell on the stairs and landed on my left knee and foot. now the side of my foot hurts a lot, if i need to walk on it the pain is like 9/10. it's also very swollen around the lateral malleolus. does it just need rest or do i need a doctor?

Accepted Answer

: If you can't bear weight and it is very painful you will need an x-ray to see if there is a fracture.

Question 5

i got up off of a chair and when i got up, i think i might've stepped in something. the middle of the upper part of my foot hurts and has a bump that looks like a bug bite. it is hurts & i can't walk?

Accepted Answer

Possible: You need to see a foot doctor and xrays are recommended. If xrays are negative, a clinical exam will give you some answers.

Question 6

the top of my foot hurts when i walk?

Accepted Answer

Sprain: Probably sprain or early arthritis. Xryas if you wish to know more.

Question 7

the outside of my foot hurts when i walk. will inserts help ?

Accepted Answer

Orthotics: Orthotics are designed to help relieve pain in feet, some times prefab orthotics work and other time the patient must have a custom one made.  I recommend you get a diagnosis as to what is causing the foot pain.

Question 8

i tripped on my sandal and now the middle of my foot hurts when i walk, but should i ice or heat it?

Accepted Answer

Ice: Ice is better after an acute injury. No longer than about 20 minutes per hour and not directly on the skin. If the pain does not improve, see a specialist for an evaluation.

Question 9

top of my foot hurts when i walk because i fell. it's been like that for more than hlf a year. what should i do? what are the treatments. help please?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Have a professional evaluate it.  A good history and physical exam along with some radiologic exams will determine the problem and course of treatment.

Question 10

my ankle/top of my foot hurts when i walk down stairs. the pain is on the outside of the foot?

Accepted Answer

Just a thought: sounds a bit like METATARSALGIA  pain in the head of the metatarsal bone, 4th 5th toes.....
An in person visit would be helpful since there is usually POINT TENDERNESS over that bone..
Hope this is helpful!
Dr Z

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Why do I have a lump on the side of my foot that hurts when I walk

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The outer edge of my foot hurts. there seems to be a lump that is very tender to the touch. it's painful to walk. what could this be?

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Fell 3 wks ago. shin still hurts bad and swollen. feel 2 lumps. side of foot hurts to walk on it. told i sprained it, no xray. is this normal?

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The side of my foot hurts really bad when i walk or when i push on it i'm only 22 what could it be?

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I fell on the stairs and landed on my left knee and foot. now the side of my foot hurts a lot, if i need to walk on it the pain is like 9/10. it's also very swollen around the lateral malleolus. does it just need rest or do i need a doctor?

A member asked:

I got up off of a chair and when i got up, i think i might've stepped in something. the middle of the upper part of my foot hurts and has a bump that looks like a bug bite. it is hurts & i can't walk?

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The top of my foot hurts when i walk?

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The outside of my foot hurts when i walk. will inserts help ?

A member asked:

I tripped on my sandal and now the middle of my foot hurts when i walk, but should i ice or heat it?

A member asked:

Top of my foot hurts when i walk because i fell. it's been like that for more than hlf a year. what should i do? what are the treatments. help please?

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My ankle/top of my foot hurts when i walk down stairs. the pain is on the outside of the foot?

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