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Big toe joint pain question?

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Arthritis: Common spot for arthritis, bursitis, bone spurs, and gout.

Answered 1/12/2014

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Could be gout: Big toe pain associated with swelling, redness and warmth that is episodic could be gout. Gout can progress to cause severe damage of numerous joints and affect the kidneys. I recommend you see a rheumatologist to be evaluated for gout.

Answered 1/26/2019

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Classic gout: Also fractures, inflammation, arthritis, and poor shoe choice.

Answered 1/26/2019

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