Medically reviewed by Adam H. Kaplan, DPM Toe pain can happen for a few different reasons. It might be from temporary problems, like a broken toe or blisters, or from long-term conditions like ...

Many other kinds of trauma can cause pain around the MTP joint, such as a fracture (broken toe), which can happen from dropping something on the toe, stubbing the toe, or other injuries.

A man was left stunned after a supposed broken toe led to the discovery that he needed a new kidney. Niven Hopkins, 27, was left in pain after his foot suddenly swelled massively in July last year.