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Dr. Marc Mitnick asked:

The purpose of this article is to give you information seekers an easier way to diagnose your pain on the top of the foot. I have noticed that many people use “top of foot pain” as their “search” term.I have listed the more common problems that we foot specialists see on [...]

Dr. Marc Mitnick asked: Nail fungus or onychomycosis is an infection of the nails occurring both on the hands and feet but certainly more prevalent on the feet due to the environment that feet find themselves in. Nail fungus generally thrive in dark, moist environments, so when you consider wearing shoes and socks all day [...]

Dr. Marc Mitnick asked: Gout is an arthritic condition that occurs primarily on the feet, although it certainly can manifest itself in other parts of the body. It affects about 3% of the population and is predominantly a male disorder with only 5% of the cases affecting females, generally post menopause.Gout is associated with hyperuricemia [...]

Dr. Marc Mitnick asked: Blue toe syndrome is the bluish discoloration to toes as a result of tissue ischemia (lack of blood flow). The syndrome is caused by the blockage of small vessels that lead into the toes. One or more toes may be affected; in severe cases this can also manifest itself as a [...]

Dr. Marc Mitnick asked: Pump BumpThe most common cause of posterior heel pain that I see (as a podiatrist) is generally referred to as pump bump. It is also known as Haglund’s deformity or a retrocalcaneal exostosis. Typically a woman , and to a lesser extent a man, will present to the office complaining of [...]

Dr. Marc Mitnick asked: Poison Ivy can occur anywhere on the body but does have a high predilection for the feet and lower legs. It is generally regarded that poison ivy is easier to avoid than it is to treat. The best way to avoid it is to become an amateur botanist. Be aware that [...]

David Walker asked: Northampton TownOdds: 33/1Last Five Seasons2005/06 – 2 (League Two, Promoted), 2004/05 – 7 (League Two), 2003/04 – 6 (League Two), 2002/03 – 24 (League One – Relegated), 2001/02 – 20 (League One).2005/06 Cup ProgressFA Cup Third Round vs Crystal Palace (a) – lost 4-1.Carling Cup Second Round vs Norwich City (a) – [...]

Dr. Marc Mitnick asked: StoozingStoozing is a slang term used to describe the act of borrowing money at 0% (typically on credit cards) and earning interest on the money and paying it back before the 0% period ends. Stoozing can also be viewed as a form of Arbitrage. The word “Stoozing” came into existence from [...]

Dr. Marc Mitnick asked: Credit Card Company AbusesThe company that issues you a credit card may have ulterior motives other than to just collect interest on unpaid balances. Frequently the issuer will change the terms and interest rate of a particular card with proper notice to you. There may also be hidden fees that you [...]

Dr. Marc Mitnick asked: Shin splints is a very common ailment that affects athletes but can also occur in the non-athletic individual. It is an inflammatory condition occurring either in the front of the lower leg or in the back. The cause for each is different.Typically, with shin splints, a person will be doing some [...]