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What Causes Numbness In The Heel While Having Degenerative Disc Disease?
My left heal has been a bit numb for 2 days now.degenerative disk diserasr, grade 3 a vascular necrosis of the hips, also neck pain when I turn my head Aldo my left hand is a bit numb on the third finger and pinky. What could be causing my left heel to become numb?
Tue, 28 Aug 2018
Hi,
It is due to weakness and impingement if nerves by protruding inter vertebral disc. You can take analgesics like Gabapentin or Tramadol for symptomatic relief. If symptoms are severe, consult a neurologist and plan for an nerve conduction study. Wishing you good health.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussai
It is due to weakness and impingement if nerves by protruding inter vertebral disc. You can take analgesics like Gabapentin or Tramadol for symptomatic relief. If symptoms are severe, consult a neurologist and plan for an nerve conduction study. Wishing you good health.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussai
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