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What Causes Severe Numbness In The Calf And Foot?

I woke up a week ago and my calf and foot were numb they still are. I kept falling over because I could not put any weight on my toes it felt like there was a whole in the bottom of my foot. I couldnt lift my toes at all or my foot up. I cant lift my toes a little now but still can not lift my foot up. To beablet to walk heel toe it is making it difficlt to walk. They did a cat scan at the hospital and waiting for another few weeks for an mri I can not see the neurologist until March 2016. They said they can seem to see anything. I have spranged my ankle because of constantly go over on my foot. I would like to know what is going on it feels like my foot and calf are asleep. It doesnt hurt just realy frustrating and annoying.
Wed, 13 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe numbness in the calf and foot. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like fibromyalgia , multiple sclerosis , herniated disc , vitamin B12 or diabetes . I would suggest you to keep your legs in hot water tub for 15 mins daily , do light stretching exercises , do gentle massage and take proper rest . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test , physical examination along with take history . Doctor may also order nerve conduction test . Doctor may recommend physical therapy , particular exercises . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory along with nerve supplement . Doctor may also refer you to endocrinologist for diabetes .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Severe Numbness In The Calf And Foot?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe numbness in the calf and foot. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like fibromyalgia , multiple sclerosis , herniated disc , vitamin B12 or diabetes . I would suggest you to keep your legs in hot water tub for 15 mins daily , do light stretching exercises , do gentle massage and take proper rest . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test , physical examination along with take history . Doctor may also order nerve conduction test . Doctor may recommend physical therapy , particular exercises . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory along with nerve supplement . Doctor may also refer you to endocrinologist for diabetes . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari