What other symptoms might occur with toe pain?

Other symptoms may occur with toe pain depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition. For example, an infection or inflammation of the toe might be accompanied by redness or warmth of the area.

Symptoms that may occur along with toe pain

Symptoms that may occur with toe pain include:

Symptoms that might indicate a serious or life-threatening condition

In some cases, toe pain may occur with other symptoms that might indicate a serious or life-threatening condition that should be evaluated as soon as possible or in an emergency setting. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have toe pain along with other serious symptoms including:

  • Change in consciousness or alertness, confusion

  • Difficulty breathing, wheezing, or shortness of breath

  • High fever (higher than 101 degrees Fahrenheit)

  • Inability to put weight on your toe

  • Red streaks around the sore area or lump

  • Red, warm and swollen toes

  • Sores on your feet and toes that do not heal properly

INTRODUCTION

What is toe pain?

Toe pain is any uncomfortable sensation in the toes. Your toes contain bones (the phalanges), joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and blood vessels, all of which are subject to injury, infection, or other conditions that cause pain.... Read more about toe pain introduction

CAUSES

What causes toe pain?

Many cases of toe pain are due to injury or age-related wear and tear on the skin, muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments of the toe. Common causes of toe pain include calluses, arthritis and bunions. However, infectious diseases, neurological conditions, and other abnormal processes can also affect the toe. In particular, sores on your toes that do not heal properly may be a sign of poor blood circulation due to peripheral artery disease, which is a life-threatening condition.... Read more about toe pain causes

Medical Reviewer: Williams, Robert MD Last Annual Review Date: Jan 13, 2011 Copyright: © Copyright 2011 Health Grades, Inc. All rights reserved. May not be reproduced or reprinted without permission from Health Grades, Inc. Use of this information is governed by the HealthGrades User Agreement.

This Article is Filed Under: Bones, Joints and Muscles, Arthritis


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