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What Causes Tingling Sensation In The Right Foot?

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Posted on Wed, 25 Oct 2017
Question: I am a 56 year old male, with high blood pressure & cholesterol. I also smoke cigars & am a daily alcohol drinker. Recently I've been experiencing tingling in the smaller toes of my right foot, which worsens the longer I walk on it. The symptoms started about 3 months ago and are gradually worsening. What might be my problem?
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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (49 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Get examined and investigated by a neurologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
Is there any skin discolouration or ulcers?
The symptoms most likely are due to neuropathy or radiculopathy.
You need to stop alcohol and smoking.
Take regular treatment for hypertension and dyslipidemia.
Regular exercise.
Get nerve conduction study for neuropathy evaluation.
Visit to a neurologist for detailed examination.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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What Causes Tingling Sensation In The Right Foot?

Brief Answer: Get examined and investigated by a neurologist Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question and understand your concern. Is there any skin discolouration or ulcers? The symptoms most likely are due to neuropathy or radiculopathy. You need to stop alcohol and smoking. Take regular treatment for hypertension and dyslipidemia. Regular exercise. Get nerve conduction study for neuropathy evaluation. Visit to a neurologist for detailed examination. Hope you found the answer helpful. Do get back to me for further information. Regards Dr N Kumar Neurologist