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Bottom&left side of second toe on left foot is numb. the second toe on my right foot isn't numb, but doesn't feel quite right. not diabetic?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ywo Shoes.: Numbness or strange feeling on the same toe of both feet usually means that the shoes are likely involved. The shoes can cause a low grade chronic irritation to the nerves. This can lead to disruption of normal nerve impulses and numbness.

Answered 12/29/2015

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