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Gp diagnosed a hard bump on top of foot as tarsal boss. ive had it for years. but it looks like its getting bigger. i did switch to tighter shoes 2 months ago. can see what looks like a vein on or near it. should i get an xray? or is this normal?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Tight shoes: Life is too short to wear tight shoes. Listen to ur team as they have seen you. We can do video consult and look at it.

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

Answered 12/19/2020

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A member asked:

Gp diagnosed a hard bump on top of foot as tarsal boss. ive had it for years. but it looks like its getting bigger. i did switch to tighter shoes 2 months ago. can see what looks like a vein on or near it. should i get an xray? or is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

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