Foot Pain & Heel Burning Sensation: Causes & When to See a Doctor

Question
I woke up this morning (4/30/06) and my right heel felt like it was on fire, it hurt extremely.  I couldn't walk on it, it is nearly 10 hours later and I still can not walk on my right heel.  The fire feeling is gone but the pain (lessened) is there.  What do you think it may be?  What do you think I should do?  Should I call my family doctor or my Rheumotologist?  I have Lupus, do you think it may have something to do with that?
Thank you!

Answer
This could be a flare of lupus or could just be some plantar fasciitis, esp. if you did some extended walking or standing this weekend.  I would take anti-inflammatories, I am sure you have some w/ the lupus (motrin, etc) and ice on it for 20 minutes and see how it goes for a couple days, then get back to your primary doc (family doc) for the initial evaluation.

Hope this helps...