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What Causes Pain In The Left Big Toe Radiating Up The Foot?

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Posted on Thu, 14 Sep 2017
Question: My pain began in my left great toe for a couple years then started moving up the left foot . sbout 5 weeks pain started in my right . foot.where next
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Answered by Dr. Shafi Ullah Khan (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Supportive care

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking

I read you question and i understand your concern. pain in the toe and involving the foot at age of 83 is likely age related articular degeneration and needs supportive care with NSAIDs and calcium vitamiN D supplements and work up to rule out any metabolic causes for the pain like deranged electrolytes, increased uric acid levels etc. Physiotherapy, rest, keeping limbs elevated , massage of the feet will help. Take some tylenol and muscle relaxant, and if the color changes over the pain area or it swells, consult your doctor immediately.

I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.

Regards
Khan
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Dr. Shafi Ullah Khan

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What Causes Pain In The Left Big Toe Radiating Up The Foot?

Brief Answer: Supportive care Detailed Answer: Thank you for asking I read you question and i understand your concern. pain in the toe and involving the foot at age of 83 is likely age related articular degeneration and needs supportive care with NSAIDs and calcium vitamiN D supplements and work up to rule out any metabolic causes for the pain like deranged electrolytes, increased uric acid levels etc. Physiotherapy, rest, keeping limbs elevated , massage of the feet will help. Take some tylenol and muscle relaxant, and if the color changes over the pain area or it swells, consult your doctor immediately. I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please. Regards Khan