What Causes Vibrating And Pulse-like Symptoms In Foot?

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2015

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Question : strange "vibration" pulses in foot from 1 day. There is no pain involved. I don't seem to be having any circulation issues, no numbness. No swelling. It is a "pulse", but does not seem to match my heart rate in any way.
Is this nerve?

Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Following advice...

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
I read your query and understood your concerns.

Your symptoms are typical for foot nerve problems which are manifested with vibration feeling, and leg pulsation. You shouldn't worry because in most of the cases is self limited and is related with viral infection (flue) and will go away with the passing of the flue.

If the problem persist after 1-2 weeks you should contact a neurologist for further details.

Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar