Title: Morton’s Neuroma: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Headings: Morton's Neuroma
Morton's Neuroma
Overview
What is Morton’s neuroma?
Is Morton’s neuroma a tumor?
Where does Morton’s neuroma happen?
Who gets Morton’s neuroma?
How common is Morton’s neuroma?
Symptoms and Causes
What causes Morton’s neuroma?
What are the symptoms of Morton’s neuroma?
Diagnosis and Tests
How is Morton’s neuroma diagnosed?
What tests will I need for a doctor to diagnose Morton’s neuroma?
Management and Treatment
What are Morton’s neuroma treatments?
Can I treat Morton’s neuroma at home?
What medications can help with Morton’s neuroma?
Can orthotics treat Morton’s neuroma?
Will I need Morton’s neuroma surgery?
Prevention
Can Morton’s neuroma be prevented?
Outlook / Prognosis
What is the outlook for people with Morton’s neuroma?
Can Morton’s neuroma come back after treatment?
Living With
When should I see my healthcare provider?
What questions should I ask my healthcare provider?
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Content: About 75% to 85% of people who have surgery find relief from their symptoms. Can Morton’s neuroma come back after treatment? Morton’s neuroma symptoms can come back. If you experience pain and symptoms after treatment, talk to your provider about next steps. Living With
When should I see my healthcare provider? See your healthcare provider (or a podiatrist, a foot specialist), if you have: Severe pain that interferes with your daily activities. Pain that continues to get worse or comes back. Pain that doesn’t go away after two weeks of at-home treat