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What does the pain in the back bottom of the feet means with a little swelling.the pain is horrible with a pulsing sensation and pain even at rest...
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Many possibilities: Heel pain could be due to different reasons, of which may include: trauma (fracture, tendon or ligamentous tear, arthritis), infection, metabolic conditions (gout) musculoskeletal or biomechanical abnormality, or neurologic conditions (neuropathy). A thorough history and physical exam and possibly laboratory and radiology exams could determine the cause. If symptoms persist get it evaluated.
Answered 1/8/2016
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See below: If you are referring to the back of the heel, then you may have achilles tendonitis, if on the bottom of the foot you may have plantar fasciitis.
Answered 3/17/2013
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