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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?

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Gout: You may be suffering from gout, you need to see your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 5/27/2018

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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!

Answered 3/22/2021

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