Burning feet

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Definition

By Mayo Clinic staff

Burning feet — the sensation that your feet are painfully hot — can be mild or severe. In some cases, your burning feet may be so painful that it interferes with your sleep.

Burning feet can occur simply because your feet are tired. Infections, such as athlete's foot, also can cause burning feet. These problems can be easily remedied. But burning feet can also be a symptom of nerve damage, perhaps due to diabetes or exposure to toxins. In these cases, burning feet require prompt medical attention.

Causes
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