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What is going on with my right foot? for the past week my right foot and ankle have been feeling a 3 second swoosh of heat- i am 47, female, 5'8", 135 lbs

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Foot burning: You may have an issue with a nerve in your foot, being damaged or entrapped, which is causing this burning sensation. I would suggest evaluation by your primary care physician or podiatrist.

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Answered 2/2/2015

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Dr. Marshall Solomon answered

Specializes in Podiatry

POSSIBLE NERVE INJUR: Possible nerve injury of the posterior tibial nerve. See podiatrist for examination and testing.

Answered 3/10/2013

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