Freaky Foot Problems That Need Your Attention

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Halloween may be a time for eerie décor and festivities, but people definitely don’t want anything frightening to see or hear when it comes to their foot health!

As your feet are essential to your daily life, they are subjected to significant damage over time. Owing to all this use, you’re likely to experience a number of foot disorders in your life. Read on to learn more about these frightening foot ailments.

  • Discolored toenails—can have one of several causes. A traumatic or repeated injury is the most common reason. A blunt force might cause a black toenail to the toe. Fungal and bacterial infections can also lead to toenail discoloration
  • Pus or discharge— is frequently the result of advanced Athlete’s foot condition.
  • Bunion—is a bulge on the inner side of your foot where the big toe joint is. The protruding joint could make walking unpleasant and painful if not addressed in a timely manner.
  • Corn—is a rough, thick layer of skin on different parts of your foot. They usually occur due to friction and rubbing of the shoe against your skin. Corns grow on your feet as a defense mechanism against the formation of blisters.
  • Claw toe—is often referred to as claw foot. It happens due to the different positioning of your toe joints, resembling a claw-like shape.
  • Mallet toe or hammertoe—is a curled toe that points downward rather than outward. Like many other foot disorders, a Mallet toe can be caused by heredity, improperly fitted footwear, or other foot issues like arthritis.
  • Gout—is a disorder caused by an excess of uric acid in the system that typically affects your feet. The afflicted region may be very uncomfortable. Some people describe the agony as having their foot on fire.
  • Deformed toenails and ingrown toenails—extend and push into the skin around the toenail bed. These can happen if you have curved nails, improperly groomed nails, crushed toes, or a toe injury. Genetics may also be involved.

It’s always a good idea to have anything unusual on your feet checked out by a podiatrist. They will examine your feet and identify any underlying or developing issues. Early diagnosis and proper treatment can prevent many painful foot conditions.

The New Jersey Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Group has almost 30 foot and ankle surgeons, podiatrists, and doctors. With more than 30 locations, from Newark, NJ, to Cape May, NJ, we value convenience and excellent service for our patients. We offer compassionate, cutting-edge care across our network, and we specialize in treating the following conditions: ankle and sports injuries, heel pain and plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammertoes, corns and calluses, ingrown toenails, diabetic foot care complications, children’s foot problems, skin conditions of the feet, and fungal nails. Our group is among the best foot and ankle providers in the country. To schedule an appointment, first find a podiatrist in your area.