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A member asked:
There is a burning on the outside tip of my right heel when i flex my foot . it is also numb in that same spot.
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Nerve issue: Those symptoms sound like a nerve entrapment. The sural nerve runs along that course down the leg into the foot. If it is entrapped or injured, burning pain would be likely. See a podiatrist, neurologist or physiatrist. You will probably need nerve conduction studies to localize the injury.
Answered 3/22/2013
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See below: You probably have irritation or pressure on the nerve. See a podiatrist for evaluation.
Answered 3/22/2013
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Can be a neuropathy: This can be caused by a neuropathy which is a damaged nerve. I would recommend that you see a local podiatrist or neurologist and be further evaluted.
Answered 3/22/2013
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Nerve entrapment: The sural nerve on the side of your foot is being pinched or is trapped. Cortisone injections or alcohol injections to destroy the nerve and scar tissue will help.
Answered 5/17/2013
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