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A 43-year-old female asked:
my plantar fibroma has become so painful i can't walk taking painkillers and anti-flams what can i do relieve pain can't use crutches shoulder issues?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Eric Tepperanswered
Podiatry 41 years experience
Painful, remove it: Plantar fibromas can be very painful, if located in a weight bearing area. If this is the case and/or it is increasing in size with time, surgical excision is the recommended treatment.
4.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Jeffrey Bowmananswered
Podiatry 38 years experience
Have you: Had any treatment for it. If not before jumping into surgery there are medications to try and steroid injection. If this doesn't help the surgery is indicated. Best of luck.
4.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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