reoccurring swelling in second toe?!
Question: Reoccurring swelling in second toe?
I'm 17 years old so it can't be arthritis or gout or something like that, but my second toe on my right foot keeps becoming inflamed and swollen every month or so. It's only on my second toe and always the same toe. I've tried medication for athlete's foot but that doesn't seem to do anything, and soaking it in warm water doesn't help at all with the swelling: nor does ice.
If anyone can tell me what is wrong and how I might treat this, I'd greatly appreciate it.
If anyone can tell me what is wrong and how I might treat this, I'd greatly appreciate it.
Answers:
actually it can be gout, even if you are only 17. It just normally appears in middle age but can appear at any time depending on lifestyle, diet and genetics.
go to see a podiatrist.
I am a podiatrist.