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With a Haglund's exostosis, you have symptoms at the level of the attachment of the Achilles tendon. Pressure on the bone can cause this bone to thicken, creating a protrusion (exostosis).

A hallux rigidus is a painful osteoarthritis in the big toe. Wear and tear of the cartilage causes a narrowing of the joint (osteoarthritis). This results in a painful restriction of movement.

Hallux valgus is a condition in which the big toe (hallux) stands inward (valgus). This occurs in part because ligaments are too flexible, mostly in women. The condition can be congenital (familial) or arises from frequently wearing narrow shoes. Hallux valgus is also more common in people who have flat feet.

A hammertoe or claw toe is a bent position of the toe, often the second or third toe, which eventually creates pressure and friction against the footwear.

A heart attack is a life-threatening condition in which part of the heart muscle does not receive enough oxygen due to a blockage in a coronary artery. This can cause damage to the heart muscle and requires rapid medical intervention.

A heart valve condition is a problem with one or more heart valves that prevents blood from flowing properly through the heart. This can lead to reduced heart function and eventually cause symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue.