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My big toe hurts . it hurts when i bend it back and forward . it just started to hurt tonight . what could be wrong . ?
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Toe pain: Where does it hurt in big toe? At base? Is it red and irritated? Do you have history of gout? Sudden onset of pain in toe without injury, and recent ingestion of some foods - shellfish, red meat and ex. beer, can bring on a gout attack. Try taking an advil.
Answered 8/21/2017
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Inflammation?: The commonest cause of pain in toe without history of any injury is inflammation or infection.It is also possible to have sustain trauma without knowing like with tight shoes.Infection or inflammation will cause some redness and/or swelling.You can try over the counter Ibuprofen if no allergies or contraindications.And if no better get it checked by your Doctor or a Podiatrist
Answered 7/5/2018
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