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A 45-year-old female asked:

Hi, i've been having to constantly pop/crack my big toe on my left foot, it's the same for my thumb on my left hand. is this serious?

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Rheumatology 54 years experience

See details: Unless there is pain associated with it, it is not an issue.

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Dr. Thomas Inwoodanswered

Podiatry 37 years experience

Pop/crack: I am wondering why you are "having" to constantly pop/crack the big toe. See your podiatrist for an evaluation

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