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I had cortizone (hydrocortisone) shot for morton's neuroma, but pain has returned. what is next?

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Dr. Leila Hashemi
Dr. Leila Hashemianswered
Internal Medicine 23 years experience
Morton: here is some reading material for you that i usually give to my patients: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mortons-neuroma/basics/treatment/con-20026482
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Dr. David Moats
Dr. David Moatsanswered
Podiatry 38 years experience
Injections/laser: A Morton's neuroma often takes a series of 3 injection to resolve. Other treatments can include custom orthotics, physical therapy, change in shoes, and MLS laser treatments. If all fails, surgery can be considered.
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