Lynchburg, VA
A 36-year-old female asked:
What is wrong with the base of big toe..so much pain, redness, swollen, can't really walk on it and it keeps cracking and popping when i do walk on it?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Nayla Mumnehanswered
Allergy and Immunology 31 years experience
Gout: You may be suffering from gout, you need to see your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Leo Krawetzanswered
Podiatry 29 years experience
Hallux Limitus: Hallux limitus is a painful arthritic condition of the big toe joint where the toe meets the foot. Cortisone injections , icing, antiinflammatories, and orthotics are very helpful. Ultimately you may need surgery to clean out the joint and decompress the joint for more motion. You may also be suffering from an acute gout attack of the joint. The treatment is similar. See a podiatrist!
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Last updated Mar 22, 2021
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