Suggest Treatment For Numbness And Swelling In Leg

Posted on Sat, 5 Dec 2015

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Question : I have had 2 strokes my leg feels asleep at all times I have severe high pressure my left arm feels dead my left foot is not working its swollen all times I walk with a limp it never goes down I can only wear 1 shoe never a sock what can be causing this Iam a smoker what would be your advice

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Blood vessels inflamation.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

One possible condition that may explain your symptoms is inflamation of arteries and veins ( thromboangiitis obliterans or Buerger's disease ).

This condition is closely related to tobacco use and affects first small to middle sized arteries of arms and legs.

As disease progresses, bigger vessels are affected and besides pain and swelling, gangrene of extremities can develop due to clotting of vessels.

Quitting smoking is the only way to stop this condition from progressing.

I suggest you to discuss with your primary care Doctor about these issues.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Wishing you good health.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee