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What Causes Numbness In Foot Along With Tingling Sensation?
I have numbness in my left foot for some time now. It is tingly and now I am having prickly, almost like sharp needles sensations. An X-ray was done in October to see if nerve damage was present bot a podiatrist told me if that were the case a neurologist would be the next step. I do not have a family doctor so have been going to walk in clinics. What do you think I should do? I am afraid I may have peripheral neuropathy. Thank you for your time. I am 70 yrs. old.
Wed, 13 Apr 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have numbness in foot along with tingling sensation . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like abnormal levels of vitamin B12 or other vitamins, potassium, calcium, or sodium , poor blood supply to the affected area , herniated disk in your spine , pressure on your nerves diabetes or transient ischemic attack . DVT or varicose vein can also cause such symptoms . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination and treatment . I would suggest you to put your legs in hot water tun with epsom salt for 15 minutes daily , drink plenty if water , eat healthy , do gentle massage with sesame oil , keep you leg elevated and do light exercise . Doctor my also refer you to neurologist for nerve problem .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have numbness in foot along with tingling sensation . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like abnormal levels of vitamin B12 or other vitamins, potassium, calcium, or sodium , poor blood supply to the affected area , herniated disk in your spine , pressure on your nerves diabetes or transient ischemic attack . DVT or varicose vein can also cause such symptoms . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination and treatment . I would suggest you to put your legs in hot water tun with epsom salt for 15 minutes daily , drink plenty if water , eat healthy , do gentle massage with sesame oil , keep you leg elevated and do light exercise . Doctor my also refer you to neurologist for nerve problem .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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