DIabetes Numbness In Feet
Do Your Feet Feel Tingling or Numbness?
Your nervous system provides the sensory and motor information that your muscles and other bodily systems need to operate. When your nerves' function is compromised, it can cause a tingling, burning, and numbing sensation in your extremities, with the feet frequently being affected. The cause of nerve damage (neuropathy) can be due to systemic diseases like diabetes or exposure to toxic chemicals, so be sure to see your foot doctor for the correct diagnosis and treatment.
Symptoms of numbness and tingling in your feet may include the following:
Symptoms of nerve damage in the feet tend to begin gradually and may not be very noticeable or problematic at first. However, as the loss of sensation becomes more advanced, it can make it difficult or impossible to notice when you have a cut on your foot that needs attention. An untreated scrape or cut can lead to an infection and possibly a dangerous foot ulcer that can be difficult to treat and require amputation.
Causes of numbness and tingling in your feet may include the following:
Diabetes is a very common cause of peripheral nerve damage
Various types of arthritis
Vitamin or nutrient deficiencies
Exposure to toxic chemicals
Side effects of medications may cause nerve issues.
Uremia – elevated levels of urea and other nitrogenous waste compounds in the blood
Complications of AIDS
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, it is very important to have your feet examined by Tri County Foot & Ankle Center regularly to catch problems early. Schedule an appointment today with our trusted Foot and Ankle Doctors. With access to leading edge treatments, our expert Podiatry Team can help you manage all of your foot and ankle conditions, including diabetic foot care, wound care, nerve disorders, neuropathy and foot or ankle pain. Call Tri County Foot & Ankle Center, located in Colts Neck, East Brunswick, Jersey City, Bayonne, Clifton, Kearny, and Randolph, NJ.