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I get very sharp pains when touching my toes. what do i do?

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Nerve injury: You may have a nerve injury called a neuroma or neuropathy. Make an appointment to see your podiatrist.

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/21/2019

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Stop touching your : Toes? Ok, i was being a wise guy. My apologies. I would ask that you reask the question informing us where it is that you are feeling the sharp pains though. Are you feeling them in the back? The leg? By the toes? That would help.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 2/4/2019

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