Morton's neuroma (patient information)

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Morton's neuroma

Overview

What are the symptoms?

What are the causes?

Who is at highest risk?

When to seek urgent medical care?

Diagnosis

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Morton's neuroma?

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

Prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Sara Mohsin, M.D.[2] Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, M.B.B.S.

Overview

Morton's neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue between the toes. It commonly affects the nerve that travels between the third and fourth toes.

What are the symptoms of Morton's neuroma?

What causes Morton's neuroma?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Call your health care provider if you have persistent pain or tingling in your foot or toe area

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Morton's neuroma?

Directions to Hospitals Treating Morton's neuroma

Prevention

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Nonsurgical treatment does not always improve symptoms. Surgery to remove the thickened tissue is successful in about 85% of cases.

Possible complications

Morton's neuroma can make walking difficult. Persons with this foot condition may also have trouble performing activities that put pressure on the foot, such as pressing the gas pedal of an automobile. It may hurt to wear certain types of shoes, such as high-heels.

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