Pain can arise from a variety of causes ranging from accidental trauma to nerve conditions. Pain-like sensations often described as pins-and-needles, prickling or burning sensations are called paresthesias; see foot paresthesias. All pain or pain-like sensations need prompt medical investigation.
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The following medical conditions are some of the possible
causes of Foot pain.
There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor
about your symptoms.
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Review the causes of these more specific types of Foot pain:
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Listed below are some combinations of symptoms associated with Foot pain, as listed in our database. Visit the Symptom Checker, to add and remove symptoms and research your condition.
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Various tests are used in the diagnosis of Foot pain. Some of these are listed below :
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diagnostic tests for Foot pain
During a consultation, your doctor will use various techniques in their assessment of Foot pain. Your doctor may ask several questions when assessing your condition. It is important to remember that your consultation is a two-way process and any extra information you can share with your doctor about your symptoms may help them with their diagnosis. Some of the questions your doctor may ask are listed below:
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Sometimes, other symptoms may be present and may help your doctor analyse your condition. The symptoms your doctor may ask about (in association with Foot pain) may include:
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Home medical tests possibly related to Foot pain:
Real-life user stories relating to Foot pain:
Symptom specific forums: The following patient stories in our interactive forums and message boards relate to Foot pain or relevant symptoms:
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Other medical conditions listed in the Disease Database as possible
causes of Foot pain as a symptom include:
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causes of Foot pain
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The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible
causes of Foot pain as a symptom.
Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using,
including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
See full list of 20
medications causing Foot pain
When combined, certain drugs, medications, substances or toxins may react causing Foot pain as a symptom. Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative treatments.
See full list of 32 drug interactions causing Foot pain
The list of organs typically affected by Foot pain may include, but is not limited to:
The list below shows some of the causes of Foot pain mentioned in various sources:
See full list of 215 causes of Foot pain
This information refers to the general prevalence and incidence of these diseases, not to how likely they are to be the actual cause of Foot pain. Of the 215 causes of Foot pain that we have listed, we have the following prevalence/incidence information:
See the analysis of the prevalence of 215 causes of Foot pain
The following list of conditions have 'Foot pain' or similar listed as a symptom in our database. This computer-generated list may be inaccurate or incomplete. Always seek prompt professional medical advice about the cause of any symptom.
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This information shows analysis of the list of causes of Foot pain based
on whether certain risk factors apply to the patient:
Depending on the seriousness of the onset of Foot pain, you may want to consult one of the following medical professionals.
Important:In extreme cases, always seek advice from emergency services :
Subtypes of Foot pain:
Heel pain (3 causes), Heel burning sensation, Heel paresthesia/ tingling
Medical Conditions associated with Foot pain:
Pain (5609 causes), Foot symptoms (1264 causes), Sensations (5876 causes), Nerve symptoms (6219 causes), Common symptoms (7717 causes), Leg symptoms (1696 causes), Limb symptoms (1215 causes)
Symptoms related to Foot pain:
Toe pain (10 causes), Ankle pain (14 causes), Heel pain (3 causes), Leg pain (92 causes), Foot paresthesia (34 causes), Toe paresthesia (7 causes), Over-use of feet, Poorly fitting shoes, New shoes, Tight shoes, Muscle strain, Ligament strain, Foot trauma, Foot injury, Sports injury, Obesity (211 causes)
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