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I have been getting sharp shooting pains starting in the arch of my left foot going up my leg only at night. what will reieve these shooting pains?

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Unknown: The possibilities include peripheral neuropathy from problems such as diabetes, sciatica and spinal stenosis, tendinitis, stress fractures, osteoarthritis, only a good examination and appropriate evaluation by a doctor will answer your questions.

Answered 12/27/2016

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