Suggest Treatment For Progressive Numbness In Feet

Posted on Sat, 29 Aug 2015

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Question : Over the past 25 years I have developed progressive numbness in both feet starting with my toes. I have been tested repeatedly for diabetes and once for MS both of which were negative.

Answered by Dr. Ajay Panwar (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Neurological examination/Nerve conduction studies

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for being on healthcaremagic.
I am Dr.Ajay Panwar,a neurologist,here to answer your query.

With this clinical history,it is mandatory for you to get physically examined by a neurologist.

MS is unlikely as the disease is progressive and not of relapsing nature.

Neuropathy has to be ruled out.Nerve conduction studies may be of help in diagnosis.

Please visit a neurologist in person.
If you have some further questions,I shall be glad to answer.

Regards
Dr.Ajay Panwar,
MD,DM(Neurology)

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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