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What Causes Burning Sensation In The Foot?
Question: I get a burning feeling on the top of my foot, and sometimes, too, at the rear of that leg, just a few inches above the heel/Achilles tendon. It hurt for a few minutes, then let's up. Would this be a skin condition or a vascular condition?
Brief Answer:
It is not a skin disease.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
It is not a skin disease, because changes on skin should be evident too.
Due to your previous vascular blockage history, it could be a vascular issue, such arteriosclerosis that is causing your symptoms.
Sice you are diabetic too, peripheral neuropathy should e considered too.
Doppler ultrasound and nerve conduction study are necessary to get a correct diagnosis of your condition.
Discuss with your Doctor about these issues.
Kind regards.
It is not a skin disease.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
It is not a skin disease, because changes on skin should be evident too.
Due to your previous vascular blockage history, it could be a vascular issue, such arteriosclerosis that is causing your symptoms.
Sice you are diabetic too, peripheral neuropathy should e considered too.
Doppler ultrasound and nerve conduction study are necessary to get a correct diagnosis of your condition.
Discuss with your Doctor about these issues.
Kind regards.
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