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Hi there, i have a painful area under my foot when i apply pressure on it. when i looked yesterday i also saw a black spot on the same foot next to where the pain is but its not painful and it looks to be under the skin. should i be worried?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: No, I would not worry about it, but I would definitely be seen and thoroughly evaluated for it. Multiple potential causes.

Answered 11/10/2017

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A member asked:

Hi there, i have a painful area under my foot when i apply pressure on it. when i looked yesterday i also saw a black spot on the same foot next to where the pain is but its not painful and it looks to be under the skin. should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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