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What Causes Painful And Discolored Toes?

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Posted on Wed, 8 Jun 2016
Question: the tips of both middle toes hurt and are discolored and somewhat prickly feeling
and this has been constant for months through winter. I think they hurt the same
way last winter but not as bad and consistantly as they do now.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Bad circulation

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM,

Your symptoms may indicate circulation problems in your legs which is most commonly caused by atherosclerosis of arteries in legs. You should do tests that include Doppler ultrasound and angiography to verify exact problems. So you should see vascular surgeon who will recommend further treatment.

Till then you should warm up your legs, take aspirin 100 mg, and rest.

Wish you good health.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (14 minutes later)
any chance the toe pain could be related to diabetes or heart disease?
I am not aware of having any health issues at all.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (9 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Hi

Detailed Answer:
Diabetes and heart disease are possible causes of course and these may also contribute to symptoms worsening in cases of circulatory issues. You should regulate your blood sugar and if there is redness or fever, you should see doctor right away

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Deepak
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (33 hours later)
I may have bad circulation due to hypothyroidism..that is currently going untreated.
Does that sound right to you?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (15 hours later)
Brief Answer:
yes

Detailed Answer:
Hi. hypothyroidism will affect peripheral circulation but other factors may affect it as well including heart disorders, atherosclerosis, smoking, diabetes, overweight and some other. In every case, hypothyroidism should be corrected
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Sonia Raina
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What Causes Painful And Discolored Toes?

Brief Answer: Bad circulation Detailed Answer: Hi and welcome to HCM, Your symptoms may indicate circulation problems in your legs which is most commonly caused by atherosclerosis of arteries in legs. You should do tests that include Doppler ultrasound and angiography to verify exact problems. So you should see vascular surgeon who will recommend further treatment. Till then you should warm up your legs, take aspirin 100 mg, and rest. Wish you good health. Regards