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A member asked:

The base of the second toe of my right foot is mildly numb. there is no pain and i don't believe here is any swelling either. please help.

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Dr. Dale Vancil answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Neuroma: Your symptoms are consistent with a possible morton's neuroma. Look it up. This is a localized nerve issue, which should only affect the bottom area of the base of a toe many treatment options. Diagnosis may change, as your symptoms change.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/6/2016

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