The evaluation of toe pain begins with a history and physical examination.

Physical findings in someone with toe pain may include:

• Toe tenderness
• Toe swelling
• Toe bruise
• Inability to walk
• Inability to move the toe

Tests that may be used to evaluate toe pain include:

• Complete blood count
• Serum uric acid level
• Toe x-rays

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• Gout evaluation
• Paronychia evaluation
• Ingrown toenail evaluation