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A member asked:

I had the bone removed from my little toe over 8 years ago and now it has become painful again and a corn is growing. is this normal?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Dem Bones, Dem Bones: Bone regeneration, although not expected, can occur when bones, especially toe bones, are surgerized. Eight years falls into the time frame. The toe will have to be re-evaluated and then a decision can be made as to how you want to address the event.

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Answered 5/26/2016

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It is possible: after 8 years you got regrowth of bone.

Dr Keith and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/29/2015

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