Sudden onset outside foot pain
by Amanda S.
Several days ago, I shifted my weight to my left foot to stand out of a crouching position and got a sudden burning, stabbing pain to the outside of the foot between my ankle and toes. Ever since, when I shift any significant weight onto that foot, the pain returns and takes a few minutes with no weight on the foot to subside. As long as there is no pressure, there is no pain. It is not tender to the touch, there is no heat, swelling or bruising. I am a diabetic and do have high blood pressure, but both have been steadily improving as I have begun to lose weight over the past month and a half. I have a history of nerve damage from herniated discs that have been corrected, and this feels nothing like the sciatic pain. It seems to be closer under the skin. Any advise would be greatly appreciated. Hi Amanda, My first thought would be perhaps a stress fracture of the base of the fifth metatarsal bone which for most people is seen as a flare on the outside of the foot. Additionally, there are other possibilities that come to mind such as a subluxed cuboid bone which may have displaced itself as you stood, along with the possibility of an irritation of the tendon that passes along the base of the fifth metatarsal bone. In any event, I am only guessing. Because you are diabetic and because the foot hurts, I would recommend you see a foot specialist in your area who can make a proper diagnosis and offer some treatment. The last thing a diabetic needs is trouble with their feet. Marc Mitnick DPM DISCLAIMER The information provided here is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice by a licensed health care provider. The only way you can get an accurate diagnosis and treatment is by physical examination by a doctor along with a proper medical history and any needed tests. Without a proper evaluation it is impossible for any health care provider to give accurate information. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay treatment because of something you read on this site or any other medical related site.
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