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What Causes Tingling Sensation And Numbness In The Feet?

Posted on Mon, 4 Jul 2016

Question: for about 4 weeks, now, my feet have a tingling/numbness which has moved up to my lower calfs
no pain and feet are not cold. Also, the entire skin of my feet feel like they're encased in leather.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (49 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Get examined and investigated by a neurologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Your symptoms seems to be of neuropathy.
Is there any back pain, urinary complains, diabetes, hypertension?
You should get examined by a neurologist.
Nerve conduction study may be required along with blood sugar, vitamin B 12, Thyroid profile, renal function and liver function test.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

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