Morton’s Neuroma or Tarsal Tunnel??
I am very frustrated. I have been to 2 different doctors a podiatrist and a world-reknowned ankle surgeon. The podiatrist diagnosed me with Morton’s Neuroma in my right foot. I hada series of injections and orthotics, which helped temporarily–she then suggested surgery. I sought out a second opinion. The second Dr. did a Nerve Conductivity test and said that it showed an “extremely severe double-lesion neuoropathy” suggesting Tarsal Tunnel. He suggested surgery immediately. I am not one to jump into surgery, and I do not believe that I have tarsal tunnel. I have no ankle pain, and my pain is very localized between the 3rd and 4th metarsal. The second Dr. kept tapping my ankle saying “you feel pain in other parts of your foot when I do this, right?”, and I repeatedly stated no. I need some advice, please. Should I seek out a 3rd opinion? What irritates me the most is the fact that my toes are spreading and “walking on top” of each other. Thank you for your time.
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Vivian Abrams DPM
As I have not examined you, I can not say for sure. I think for your peace of mind, getting another opinion might be the way to go.
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Dee
Ask your pod to order a diagnostic ultrasound. It should show the neuroma. It’s quick and relatively inexpensive. Do not jump into tarsal tunnel surgery. That’s pretty major.
Blake
Dee,
I had an MRI done, but I’m just trying to figure out why the one Dr. said Tarsal Tunnel. Thanks for replying.
Vivian Abrams DPM
As I have not examined you, I can not say for sure. I think for your peace of mind, getting another opinion might be the way to go.