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" Reader Question: My feet seem to hurt more in the fall. Why does this happen, and what can I do about it? It may have a lot to do with the shoes you&amp;#039;re wearing. In the spring and summer, we tend to wear sandals that let our toes hang out loosely. In the fall, we switch back to close-toed shoes, which can put pressure on abnormalities like bunions (bony bumps on the big toe) or hammertoes (overlapping toes). Wearing the wrong shoes can really magnify the pain and make these problems worse. My advice: Stay away from shoes that are too tight and avoid high heels\u2014especially ones with pointed toes. They look great, but they cram your toes. Proper fit is the key to preventing pain. Look for shoes with a generous &amp;quot;box&amp;quot; (the tip of the shoe where your toes go). I find that a square toe rather than pointed toe is generally more comfortable. Padding and shoe inserts can also help. If your foot pain gets really bad, you might need surgery. If you decide to go that route, be sure to find a board-certified doctor, and, if possible, talk to some of his patients to learn about their experience. I want to hear from you, so e-mail me your questions at dailywd@womansday.com.  Disclaimer: Your seeking information on health related topics and/or Sandra Adamson Fryhofer, MD&amp;#039;s providing such information herein constitutes neither the solicitation of nor the provision of medical advice, services, care or treatment. Communication with Dr. Fryhofer on this website does not create a doctor/patient relationship. For concerns about your own particular medical condition, you should consult your own medical professional, who can examine and evaluate you. Communication on a website is not a substitute for taking an active role in your own medical care and treatment and being personally seen by a physician of choice in your area.  "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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