Toe Pain
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Reviewed By:
Kent C Doan, MD (Orthopedic Surgery)
Dr Doan Graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Colorado. He completed additional fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the prestigious Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado. He is a practicing Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in complex and revision knee and shoulder surgery at the Kansas City Orthopedic Institute. He also holds an assistant professorship at the University of Kansas City.
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedic Surgery)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
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I can't bend my toes because of both pains
I can't bend my toes because of right pain
I can't bend my toes because of left pain
I feel pain in the joints of my toes
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About the Symptom
It describes any painful sensation in the toes. It can be be pressing, sharp, burning or dull.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Back pain
Low back pain
Swelling of the affected area
Numbness of lower limbs
Numbness / sensory disorder
Abnormal sensation (tingling, prickling)
Possible Causes
Generally, Toe pain can be related to:
- Ingrown Toenail
A condition where the corner of a toenail curves and grows into the skin, causing pain and swelling. Risk factors include obesity, small-sized shoes, and cutting the nails incorrectly.
- Gout / Pseudogout
Gout and pseudogout are diseases caused by inflammation and crystal accumulation in the joints. Gout results from uric acid crystals, while pseudogout stems from calcium pyrophosphate crystals. Both are marked by sudden, painful swelling in one or more joints. Gout attacks can be triggered by eating purine-rich foods like seafood, alcohol, and red meat, while pseudogout may be due to joint injury, surgery, or immune issues.
Fabry Disease / Lysosomal Storage Disorder
Fabry Disease is a genetic disorder that leads to the accumulation of lipids, causing various health issues.
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hallux Valgus
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Neuropathic Pain
- Buerger's Disease (Thromboangiitis Obliterans)
- Hair Tourniquet
- Paronychia
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
Do your toes hurt?
Is the affected area red?
Is the affected area swollen?
Do you have a fever?
Do you feel you fatigued?
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References
Drago, Sebastián MD; Nazaroff, Hannah MD; Britton, Joshua MD; Veljkovic, Andrea MD, MPH, BComm, FAOA. Assessment and Management of Atraumatic First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Pain. Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons 31(14):p 708-716, July 15, 2023. | DOI: 10.5435/JAAOS-D-22-00821
Reviewed By:
Kent C Doan, MD (Orthopedic Surgery)
Dr Doan Graduated from the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Medicine and completed residency training in Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Colorado. He completed additional fellowship training in Orthopedic Sports Medicine at the prestigious Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado. He is a practicing Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in complex and revision knee and shoulder surgery at the Kansas City Orthopedic Institute. He also holds an assistant professorship at the University of Kansas City.
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedic Surgery)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
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