Common foot problems include athlete’s foot, blisters, corns, calluses, bunions, plantar fasciitis, and ingrown toenails. Arthritis and gout often affect the feet. Toe problems like hammer, mallet, ...

Purple feet are a sign of circulation issues and may result from conditions like ischemic foot (blocked arteries from cholesterol plaque or blood clots), acrocyanosis (blood vessel spasms), Raynaud’s ...

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Flat feet (pes planus) happen when your arches collapse, often due to injuries, obesity, arthritis, aging, genetics, or pregnancy. They affect up to 30% of people and can cause pain and imbalances in ...

Magnesium oil products are sold OTC and may be marketed for use on the feet. There is some evidence that magnesium oil could be beneficial for some foot conditions, including allergic skin reactions, ...

Why Do I Have Cold Feet? Cold feet may be your body’s normal response to temperature. Some researchers even think it may be a trait you inherit. But it can also be related to a medical condition that ...

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