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What Causes Sudden Severe Pain In The Left Foot?

My wife has just experienced a severe pain in her left foot, so much so that it woke her up. She is having trouble putting weight on that side when trying to walk. Not Cramps; no visible swelling. She feels like a "clicking" in her foot when she tries to walk on it. Any Suggestions?
Thu, 11 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sudden severe pain in the left foot. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like corns , neuropathy , calluses , bunions , plantar fasciitis or pinched nerve . I would suggest you to keep your foot in hot water tub with espom salt for 15 minutes daily , try to reduce your weight , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon in condition doesn't get well . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with nerve conduction test . Doctor may prescribe anti inflammatory , muscle relaxant along with physical therapy . Doctor may also refer you to podiatrist.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Sudden Severe Pain In The Left Foot?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sudden severe pain in the left foot. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like corns , neuropathy , calluses , bunions , plantar fasciitis or pinched nerve . I would suggest you to keep your foot in hot water tub with espom salt for 15 minutes daily , try to reduce your weight , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon in condition doesn t get well . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with nerve conduction test . Doctor may prescribe anti inflammatory , muscle relaxant along with physical therapy . Doctor may also refer you to podiatrist. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari