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My index toe is burning and tingling after wearing a specific peer flip-flops. i am not wearing the shoes anymore but what causes this?

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Dr. Eric Ernest answered

It is probably...: the sandal. The strap part of the sandal can rub on the nerves that innervate the toe. If there is enough trauma to the nerve, you can experience symptoms of burning and tingling. Discontinuing wearing of the sandal should cause the symptoms to go away.

Dr Collins agreed

Answered 5/23/2015

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A member asked:

My index toe is burning and tingling after wearing a specific peer flip-flops. i am not wearing the shoes anymore but what causes this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Ernest answered

Dr Collins agreed

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