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What Causes Severe Burning Sensation On Feet?

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Posted on Tue, 11 Aug 2015
Question: I am having severe burning sensation on my 2 feet and weakness this has been going on for the last 3 months
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Answered by Dr. Praveen Jeyapathy (9 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Neuropathy can be due to a variety of reasons

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX,
Thanks for writing to HCM.

Burning sensation of the feet is primarily due to neuropathy which is a conditon affecting the nerves. It may occur due to a variety of reasons. You seem to have sensory neuropathy but the weakness is definitely a cause of concern.

I would suggest you check your blood glucose levels. This could be a sign of diabetes.

Do you smoke or take alcohol? Do you have a low back ache? By saying weakness what did you mean? Is it that you have difficulty walking or difficulty wearing footwear? Are you a vegetarian? Do you or anyone in your family have thyroid disease?

Regards, Dr Praveen
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What Causes Severe Burning Sensation On Feet?

Brief Answer: Neuropathy can be due to a variety of reasons Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX, Thanks for writing to HCM. Burning sensation of the feet is primarily due to neuropathy which is a conditon affecting the nerves. It may occur due to a variety of reasons. You seem to have sensory neuropathy but the weakness is definitely a cause of concern. I would suggest you check your blood glucose levels. This could be a sign of diabetes. Do you smoke or take alcohol? Do you have a low back ache? By saying weakness what did you mean? Is it that you have difficulty walking or difficulty wearing footwear? Are you a vegetarian? Do you or anyone in your family have thyroid disease? Regards, Dr Praveen