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Swollen red painful ball of foot, hurts to step, or wear shoes. can move around if rub it?

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Dr. David Moats answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Possible neuroma: Most likely a pinched swollen nerve which is more common in women due to shoes and certain activities. .

Answered 12/20/2019

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