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What Causes Sudden Onset Of Soreness And Numbness In Feet?

Posted on Tue, 16 Sep 2014

Question: What are the long term possible results of frost bite to the feet and hands. My friend is experiencing sudden onset soreness and numbness in feet (and occasionally hands) that is exacerbated by wearing shoes, and is relieved by going barefoot or wearing sandals.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Sharma (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
This is neuropathy

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have read your case and it looks to me that it is neuropathy. It can be because of many reasons like Diabetes, Thyroid problem, smoking, Low serum B 12.
This pattern of neuropathy is called as glove and stock pattern. I have following advice for your friend.
1. Serum B 12 estimation
2. Thyroid and blood sugar check
He should start tablet Methylcobal after discussing with doctor. Please send me result of these tests.
I hope this answer will be helpful for you. Let me know if there is any follow up questions.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Sharma (4 hours later)

pain and numbness is throughout sole of foot only - not glove or sock pattern. symptoms only appear when wearing shoes. Thanks for answering.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Naveen Kumar Sharma (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I would also suggest you to wear a open shoe

Detailed Answer:
Hello, I think it is better that you get above mentioned tests. And I would also suggest you to change your shoes. It is better if you can wear a open type of shoes or a sports type of shoes.
I am waiting of your reports.Let me know if there is another query.
Thanks

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T