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Members widely confirmed experiencing sudden throbbing pain in the top of the foot and base of the big toe, with many describing it as severe... Read more

Members widely confirmed experiencing sudden throbbing pain in the top of the foot and base of the big toe, with many describing it as severe enough to make wearing shoes or walking difficult, and one rheumatologist validating that it is very common with RA. Several members shared additional symptoms including hand pain, foot spasms that cause visible distortion, and sharp stabbing sensations that come without warning. A recurring theme was frustration when primary care doctors were unfamiliar with this symptom, along with practical suggestions like using orthotics for arch support if flat feet are contributing to the pain.