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I have a painful, burning sensation at the base of the pad of my big toe. it started yesterday when i was practicing dance. i am 32, female, and fit?
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Bruise: Trauma likely cause bruising. Ice elevation should help. Observe.
Answered 5/8/2015
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A couple of things: There are a couple of small bones under the bone at the base of the big toe called sesamoids. These can become inflammed or cracked. Or you might have pinched a nerve in the ball of your foot. See a podiatrist for examination and x-rays.
Answered 4/14/2015
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