Possible Causes for numbness of the feet Raynaud Syndrome […] and tingling in the hands and feet. [fibromyalgia-symptoms.org] The hands and feet feel very cold and numb for a short time. You may also hear this condition called Raynaud's syndrome or Raynaud's disease. [stanfordhealthcare.org] The blood vessels are extra sensitive and become more narrow than normal, making the hands and feet feel very cold and numb for a short time. [myhealth.alberta.ca] Raynaud Disease […] in hands and feet Mood swings Goiter Intolerance to cold High cholesterol and triglycerides Miscarriages Decreased sweating Allergy disorders Muscle and joint pain It is [icnr.com] Raynaud's symptoms are: A colour change in the extremities such as the hands or feet, often in response to cold conditions Cold and numbness in the affected areas, such as [sruk.co.uk] […] and tingling in the hands and feet. [fibromyalgia-symptoms.org] Neuropathy Numbness in the feet can lead to skin sores that do not heal. In rare cases, numbness in the feet may lead to amputation. [nlm.nih.gov] […] in your hands and feet. [mayoclinic.org] You may not know when you have a small blister or sore on your feet. Numbness may make it harder to tell where your feet are moving and can cause a loss of balance. [nlm.nih.gov] Peripheral Neuropathy Numbness in the feet can lead to skin sores that do not heal. In rare cases, numbness in the feet may lead to amputation. [nlm.nih.gov] My feet and hands get very cold or very hot. Numbness or weakness My feet are numb and feel dead. I don't feel pain in my feet, even when I have blisters or injuries. [diabetes.org] — NBC News, "Fuel dump over L.A. schools puzzles aviation experts," 16 Jan. 2020 In August 2018, Bobo was hospitalized for peripheral neuropathy, a numbness in the feet [merriam-webster.com] Autoimmune Gastritis OBJECTIVE: To determine the frequency and significance of pancreatic acinar cells in the gastric oxyntic mucosa. DESIGN: One hundred gastric oxyntic mucosal biopsy specimens from patients with chronic active gastritis (n 30), multifocal atrophic gastritis (n 15), autoimmune gastritis (n 18), and normal gastric oxyntic[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Pernicious Anemia Headache Irregular heartbeat Tingling or numb hands and feet Problems with balance or walking Digestive issues such as nausea, heartburn or gas Tongue that is thick, red [rush.edu] This can cause tingling and numbness in your hands and feet, muscle weakness, and loss of reflexes. [web.archive.org] Tingling and numbness in your hands and feet could limit your ability to perform certain jobs due to safety concerns with lack of feeling in those areas. [disabilitysecrets.com] Diabetic Polyneuropathy The primary outcome measure was the change from baseline of the Total Symptom Score (TSS), including stabbing pain, burning pain, paresthesia, and asleep numbness of the feet [drperlmutter.com] With numbness of the feet, pressure points from shoes may not be felt, leading to ulcers and infections. This problem can lead to amputation. [jamanetwork.com] Symptoms can range from pain and numbness in your feet to problems with the functions of your internal organs, such as your heart and bladder. [niddk.nih.gov] Ischemic Peripheral Neuropathy Five days before admission she suffered from acute muscle cramps, followed by muscle weakness in both legs and numbness of both feet. [link.springer.com] Neurotrophic Ulcers With neuropathy being the underlying cause of ulceration, many patients complain of burning, tingling, or numbness of the feet on presentation. [clevelandclinicmeded.com] These symptoms are most commonly pain or numbness and tingling in the arms, hands, legs, or feet. [texstarchiropractic.com] Peripheral Vascular Disease People living with diabetes often have neuropathy (nerve damage that can cause numbness in the feet), so they do not feel pain when foot problems occur. [foothealthfacts.org] Muscle pain at rest that worsens at night; discolored or blue toes; cold or numb feet; numbness in the affected area when at rest; sores on the feet or legs that do not heal [healthcentral.com] […] or weakness Cold legs or feet Sores that will not heal on toes, feet or legs A change in leg color Loss of hair on the feet and legs Changes in toenail color and thickness [foothealthfacts.org] Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy CIDP often causes limb weakness but may just cause problems with balance from numbness in the feet and legs. [phoenixneurology.com] Burning sensation TOES & FEET Weakness Tingling Numbness Burning sensation ADDITIONAL SYMPTOMS Impaired coordination Abnormal walk Trouble walking Trouble bending over Trouble [doihavecidp.com] Symptoms may start with a change in walking or tingling and numbness in the hands and feet. [medicalnewstoday.com] Alcoholic Neuropathy The common signs and symptoms of alcohol neuropathy include: A sense of weakness in arms, legs, hands, and feet. Numbness in hands or feet. [learn-about-alcoholism.com] Overview Peripheral neuropathy, a result of damage to your peripheral nerves, often causes weakness, numbness and pain, usually in your hands and feet. [mayoclinic.org] Your feet and other areas lacking sensation can become injured without your knowing. [mayoclinic.org] Vitamin Deficiency […] and tingling in the feet and hands muscle weakness depression When to see your GP See your GP if you're experiencing symptoms of vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia. [nhs.uk] Some people experience numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. If the B12 deficiency is not remedied, permanent nerve damage can occur. [diabeteshealth.com] Side effects of the lack of vitamin b12 may include: Lack of coordination Pain, numbness, and tingling in hands or feet Sensory loss Weakness Evaluation & Tests For B12 Deficiency [foundationforpn.org] Hypoparathyroidism Symptoms may include: Numbness around mouth or in hands or feet Uncontrollable, painful spasms of the face, hands, arms, and feet Seizures Low blood pressure Emotional instability [chop.edu] Early symptoms of tetany may include: Tingling or numbness in the hands and/or feet Tingling or numbness in the face especially around the mouth Irritability Brain fog Tiredness [parathyroiduk.org] Thromboangiitis Obliterans Symptoms Buerger's disease symptoms include: Tingling or numbness in the hands or feet. Pale, reddish or blue-tinted hands or feet. [mayoclinic.org] […] or hands numbness or tingling may have autoamputation of digits Raynaud phenomenon Physical exam superficial thrombophlebitis often migratory distended veins with redness [step2.medbullets.com] Patients may experience numbness and tingling in the limbs and also Raynaud's Phenomenon. [vasculitis.org.uk] Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy Burning, tingling, numbness to your feet?! Does this sound familiar? Are you a diabetic? [faant.com] Numbness in the feet can also contribute to loss of balance. Your foot may begin to look deformed. [healthline.com] We ask you again, are you experiencing numbness and/or burning and/or tingling in your feet? [faant.com] Arsenic-Induced Polyneuropathy Malnutrition and alcohol abuse Burning, stabbing pains and numbness in the feet, and sometimes in the hands, are distinguishing features of alcoholic neuropathy. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com] In some, the peripheral neuropathy can become severe leading to constant numbness in the hands or feet, especially for those who have had multiple doses of chemotherapy known [oncolink.org] Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy usually begin with numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, followed by more severe complications. [livestrong.com] Hyperventilation In addition, you may also experience feelings of anxiety, lightheadedness, tingling or numbness in the feet, hands, or mouth, and an irregular heart rate. [study.com] Symptoms can include: Numbness in the hands, feet, and mouth A tingling sensation in the fingers or toes Overwhelming feelings of panic Chest pain Light-headedness Inability [familyeducation.com] Hereditary ATTR Amyloidosis […] in legs and feet, difficulty walking, limb weakness and pain Autonomic neuropathy – Light-headedness when standing (orthostatic hypotension), bladder problems, bowel problems [arci.org] […] include: Lumbar spinal stenosis Symptoms indicating the legs are affected include: Swelling of the feet or legs Numbness, burning and/or tingling (peripheral neuropathy) [my.clevelandclinic.org] Numbness or lack of feeling in the toes or feet Weakness in the legs, which can be a result of nerves irritated by the amyloid Diseases that are associated with amyloidosis [cedars-sinai.edu] Diabetic Neuropathy Symptoms can range from pain and numbness in your feet to problems with the functions of your internal organs, such as your heart and bladder. [niddk.nih.gov] Signs of diabetic neuropathy include the following: Numbness, burning or tingling in hands and/or feet. [rush.edu] Numbness in the feet, the most common symptom of diabetic neuropathy, is also potentially one of the most dangerous. [rush.edu] Serum Neuropathy It usually begins in the hands and feet and may progress to the arms and legs; and sometimes to other parts of the body where it may affect the autonomic nervous system. [icd.codes] tingling, cramps in legs or feet. [em-consulte.com] Low iron levels can also cause numbness, tingling or feelings of coldness usually felt in the hands or feet. The lack of oxygen also causes muscle weakness. [livestrong.com] Frostbite Signs and Symptoms aching pain or numbness, most often on hands, feet, face, and ears skin that feels hard and waxy, with a white or grayish yellow color What to Do If you [kidshealth.org] his feet are quick to callus. — Tegan Hanlon, Anchorage Daily News, "The Iditarod gave this musher broken bones and frostbitten toes. [merriam-webster.com] Finger Amputation," 5 Dec. 2018 Ever since the 77-year-old musher lost a toe to frostbite on the Iditarod trail and froze several others, leaving them perpetually white and numb [merriam-webster.com] Chilblain Chilblain, also known as pernio, is an abnormal inflammatory response to cold, moist environmental conditions. Persistent or atypical lesions should prompt investigation to exclude underlying systemic illness. We describe a case of acute myeloid leukaemia that presented with chilblain-like leukaemia cutis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Vitamin B12 Deficiency A 23-year-old man presented with weakness in the lower limbs, numbness in hands and feet over past 6 months. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] and tingling in the feet and hands muscle weakness depression When to see your GP See your GP if you're experiencing symptoms of vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia. [nhs.uk] […] and tingling in the feet and hands. [uofmhealth.org] Tetany Tetany or tetanic seizure is a medical sign consisting of the involuntary contraction of muscles, which may be caused by disorders that increase the action potential frequency of muscle cells or the nerves that innervate them. Muscle cramps caused by the disease tetanus are not classified as tetany; rather, they[…] [en.wikipedia.org] Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP) is a rare genetic disorder of the connective tissue characterized by progressive disability as a result of extensive extra skeletal enchondral bone formation and malformed big toes which are often monophalangic. Occasional features include short thumbs, fifth finger[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Beriberi It causes tingling and numbness in the hands and feet, severe memory loss, disorientation, and confusion. What are some effects of thiamin on health? [web.archive.org] The toes feel numb and the feet have a burning sensation; the leg muscles become sore and the calf muscles cramp. [encyclopedia.com] Severe thiamin deficiency leads to a disease called beriberi with the added symptoms of tingling and numbness in the feet and hands, loss of muscle, and poor reflexes. [web.archive.org] Borderline Leprosy The main symptoms of leprosy include: muscle weakness numbness in the hands, arms, feet, and legs skin lesions The skin lesions result in decreased sensation to touch, temperature [healthline.com] […] or weakness or painless non-healing ulcers in anaesthetic hands or feet. 2 ‘Type 1’ reactions are typically seen in patients with an unstable immunological response. [casereports.bmj.com] Patients should be instructed how to deal with existing nerve damage for example protecting numb feet from injury. [dermnetnz.org] Acute Hyperventilation Symptoms can include: Numbness in the hands, feet, and mouth A tingling sensation in the fingers or toes Overwhelming feelings of panic Chest pain Light-headedness Inability [familyeducation.com] Onlookers said that she was showing signs of hyperventilation, had trouble breathing and numbness in her hands and feet. [timesofindia.indiatimes.com] […] or tingling in the hands, feet, or around the mouth chest tightness, fullness, pressure, tenderness, or pain Other symptoms occur less often and it may not be obvious they [healthline.com] Pellagra Pellagra due to malnutrition occurred in an Ottawa women in 1973. She was given a normal diet with supplements of riboflavin, thiamine, niacin and ascorbic acid. The clinical response was striking. Although pellagra is still common in some parts of the world, it is now rare in North America. The disease may occur[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Diabetic Ulcer This can cause numbness in the feet, particularly while walking. [livestrong.com] Diabetics often experience neuropathy (a lasting numbness) in their feet, which makes it hard to detect if there are cuts and cracks due to malnourished skin. [terrasilwoundcare.com] Tiny blood vessels that supply the nerves in the legs may be affected, resulting in burning pain or numbness in the feet (peripheral neuropathy) and reduced pain sensation [jamanetwork.com]
