What is the source for foot toe pain?
Patient: I m not sure what the source of the problem was, but for the past four weeks or so my right foot s big toe has been hurting at the base. I cannot move my toe far in any direction without pain, especially far up or down. It also aches dully and itches bad at night. There is no (external at least, what I can tell) bruising, swelling, or discoloration. What could be going on with it? Doctor: Hello, This could be a osteoarthritis of the Joint of the toe which can cause pain as you mentioned. this can also be from inflammation of the tendon below the foot.are you diabetic and check if you uric acid levels are normal.    You may take dilcofenac potassium or Indomethacin 50 mg twice a day.if these blood levels are raised then appropriate medication will be needed