Sounds like Gout. See more info here:
http://www.webmd.com/search/search_results/default.aspx?query=gout&sourceType=undefined
It could be anxiety
Big toe pain is an inconvenience that not only slows us down, but causes us to lose sleep. Bunions are usually what the case is for non-athletic people to have big toe pain. On the other hand, athletes get big toe pain from trauma experienced during a workout.
Cramping any where in the body can be caused by over working them, mineral deficiency's, or other chemical imbalances and hormonal problems. The best way to discover what is wrong is to get tests done to sort it out.
usally a disc in your back
Foot pain, including toes, is a very common injury. Arthritis, gout and bunions are very common causes for toe pain. Could you have injured it by bumping into something? If OTC pain medication and icing does not help, I would visit your doctor for a thorough check to make sure it is not more serious.
Inflammation of this area causes a decrease in motion with associated discomfort in the joint between the big toe and the first metatarsal.
Stubbing your toe is a sudden and sharp pain that occurs when the toe collides forcefully with an object, often resulting in immediate discomfort. This sensation can be intense and is usually accompanied by a brief feeling of shock or surprise. Following the initial pain, there may be lingering soreness, swelling, or even bruising in the affected area. The experience is often described as a mix of acute pain and frustration, as it can disrupt activities and cause momentary disorientation.
Pinching of the L5 nerve causes weakness in the big toe and ankle and pain on the top of the foot that may extend up to the buttocks.
Pain in the toe is perceived by nerves that run from the toe to the brain. The brain then tells the person he is in pain. It is important for the body to sense pain or else he would not know that something is wrong.
Gout can do this. This is a form of arthritis that is caused by excess uric acid being formed in the body.
Stubbing your toe on a rock hurts significantly because the toe contains many nerve endings that are sensitive to pain. The impact causes immediate trauma to the soft tissue and bones, triggering a pain response that signals injury to your brain. Additionally, the suddenness of the impact and the force applied amplify the pain sensation. This combination of factors results in a sharp, intense pain that can linger as the area becomes inflamed.
Hello, I see you are asking " What is turf toe?"Turf toe, also called a metatarsophalangeal joint sprain, occurs when the ligament underneath your big toe hyperextends. This causes a sprain in the main joint of your big toe. orthopedicshealth. com/condition/turf-toe/c/37414