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Anonymous
9/7/10 7:22 PM
Corns
What alternatives, other than surgery, are available to removing small corns?
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
9/7/10 7:22 PM
corns
regular debridement, padding, cushioned shoes, injections
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Anonymous
8/18/10 10:44 PM
Problems with previously broken bone
I had a compound frecture in my left leg over three years ago. I have a rod a alot of screws in my leg, ankle, and knee. I also have a fallen arch in that foot now. I am still having problems after...
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
8/18/10 10:44 PM
Broken bones
a custom AFO(ankle foot orthosis) is probably your best answer. With the fallen arch and continued pain your injury must have been terrible.
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Anonymous
8/13/10 12:19 AM
charco
my doctor diagnosed me with charco disease with my diabetes. what is that and how is it treated?
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
8/13/10 12:19 AM
Charcot
Spontaneous collapse of bones. Many theories to why-increased blood flow, neuropathy...., initially treat with immobilization, offloading and time.
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Anonymous
7/30/10 8:10 PM
Chronic foot pain
I had surgery to repair a torn plantar fascia a couple of years ago, and experienced similar pain in the other foot last year. An MRI was negative on a tear, and I've been slowly healing. I heard...
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
7/30/10 8:10 PM
Chronic foot pain
shock absorption and support is the key to overcoming this. Your cleats are probably a huge factor in this.
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Anonymous
1/5/08 5:00 AM
what could be the cause of my big toenail turni...
what could be the cause of my big toenail turning blue? a couple of the other nails also have some darkening.
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
1/5/08 5:00 AM
A black, purple, or brownish discoloration unde...
A black, purple, or brownish discoloration under or involving a toenail is frequently due to trauma to the toe nail, such as when something is dropped on the toe. The color results from a blood clot or bleeding under the nail, and may involve the entire nail or just a small portion of it. This can be very painful when the entire nail is involved, and may need medical attention to relieve the pressure caused by bleeding under the toenail.
Although it is very rare, a more serious cause of black toenails is malignant melanoma. Since early diagnosis and treatment of melanoma improves the chances for a good outcome, it is important that all black toenails be evaluated by a qualified foot and ankle surgeon to rule out this cause.
Other rare causes of black toenails include fungal infections, chronic ingrown nails, or health problems affecting the rest of the body.
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Anonymous
12/3/07 5:00 AM
I have been running for about 6months now. I ru...
I have been running for about 6months now. I run about 35 miles a week on average. I have been wearing the same brand and fit of running shoe for these months - switching them as the heel wears. I...
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
12/3/07 5:00 AM
Sounds like your may be experiencing a form of ...
Sounds like your may be experiencing a form of posterior tibial tendonitis which can lead to posterior tibial dysfuntion . You should visit your local podiatirst for an evaluation of your condition and discuss treatment options.. Also, you may visit http://www.footphysicians.com/footankleinfo/pttd.htm for additional information. Hope this helps.
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Anonymous
11/23/07 5:00 AM
i wrote to you last week about my big toe being...
i wrote to you last week about my big toe being red and tender to the touch i also did the research you suggested on ingrown nails and that is what i think i have i cut my nails rounded at the top...
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
11/23/07 5:00 AM
"Bathroom surgery" at home is not advised. It i...
"Bathroom surgery" at home is not advised. It is important that the offending nail border be removed in it's entirety to help prevent infection. In addition, a procedure can be performed to keep the ingrown nail from coming back. I would suggest calling for an appointment. I will work with you concerning your financial situation.
-Dr. Anna
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Anonymous
11/23/07 5:00 AM
Why do my feet swell and cramp. I also have a n...
Why do my feet swell and cramp. I also have a numb feeling in
the pads of my feet. My legs also cramp. I take potassium and
magnesium - someone told me that a lack of both could cause
cramping....
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
11/23/07 5:00 AM
Swelling of the feet may be due to many factors...
Swelling of the feet may be due to many factors, including trauma, infection, tumor, varicose veins, improper function of the lymphatic system, poor circulation, hypertension, and congestive heart failure, to name a few. A visit to your local podiatrist will be important to recommend treatment based on examination and diagnosis of the cause of the swelling.
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Anonymous
11/18/07 5:00 AM
my big toe is red and very tender to the touch ...
my big toe is red and very tender to the touch also it is coming to a point it is not white like a pimple would be it has been this way for 2 days and it is hard to put socks on
Expert Answer:
Tennessee Foot and
11/18/07 5:00 AM
Is this from an ingrown toenail? Visit www.foot...
Is this from an ingrown toenail? Visit www.footphysicians.com/footankleinfo/ingrown-toenail.htm for additional information and treatment options. Your description is somewhat vague. If this does not answer your question then you should have the toe examined by a podiatrist.
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