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I have a sharp pain that starts on the inner side of my foot and it shoots up leg. the pain comes and goes in episodes. what is causing this?
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Needs to be seen.: It's better to be seen, examined to be more accurate. Radiating pain from foot to leg is most commonly caused by a nerve stimulated by inflammation or external pressure. Probbly an x ray will be needed besides a good examination.
Answered 5/10/2014
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