A patient with foot problems is diagnosed with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. What manifestation would you expect the patient to manifest with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease?
A) Pes cavus
B) Hallux valgus
C) Morton's neuroma
D) Onychocryptosis
Ans: A
Feedback: Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and diabetes are common causes of pes cavus. A hallux valgus is commonly called a bunion. Morton's neuroma (plantar digital neuroma, neurofibroma) is a swelling of the third (lateral) branch of the median plantar nerve. Onychocryptosis is an ingrown toenail.
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