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What would cause painful bottoms of my feet? i've tried different shoes, nothing helps. started about 2 weeks ago. they are on fire, and very painful.

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Painful feet: It could easily be athlete's foot. Sometimes there is a reaction to the fungus called an 'id' reaction that is allergic in nature. Seek the help of a podiatrist.

Answered 5/14/2013

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Dr. Jeffrey Bowman answered

Burning feet: Many things can cause burning feet such as diabetic neuropathy or a neuroma. See a podiatrist to find the cause and treatment.

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A member asked:

What would cause painful bottoms of my feet? i've tried different shoes, nothing helps. started about 2 weeks ago. they are on fire, and very painful.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Dr. Jeffrey Bowman answered

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