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What Causes Cramps And Tingling Sensation In The Feet?
I have bunions I know, but in the last month, I have been having foot cramps and tingling pain in my lower extremities and feet. My toes are red in the morning & when I take off my shoes after work. I can t find anything that describes my symptoms. I am 57, weigh 122 lbs., eat healthy most of the time, but not enough excise due to work...can you please help?
Thu, 22 Nov 2018
Hello,
There are a variety of reasons people could experience numb or tingling feet and legs and fibromyalgia are one of this and most common.
Other conditions include multiple sclerosis, diabetes, tarsal tunnel syndrome, peripheral artery disease, and having too much pressure on the nerves.
Treatment can be started when the right cause is found. In your case, symptoms indicate that it could be neuropathy or fibromyalgia. I would suggest to do Doppler ultrasound and EMG for a start.
Till that check your blood sugar and calcium levels since these causes may lead to numbness as well.
Though occasional numbness can occur, persistent numbness and tingling can be an indication of a serious underlying medical problem.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
There are a variety of reasons people could experience numb or tingling feet and legs and fibromyalgia are one of this and most common.
Other conditions include multiple sclerosis, diabetes, tarsal tunnel syndrome, peripheral artery disease, and having too much pressure on the nerves.
Treatment can be started when the right cause is found. In your case, symptoms indicate that it could be neuropathy or fibromyalgia. I would suggest to do Doppler ultrasound and EMG for a start.
Till that check your blood sugar and calcium levels since these causes may lead to numbness as well.
Though occasional numbness can occur, persistent numbness and tingling can be an indication of a serious underlying medical problem.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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