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What Causes Numbness In The Feet?

I am a 71 year old female. I have back problems and knee problems. I have been experiencing weird feelings in both my feet, hard to explain, they feel like they are falling asleep or numb. I tend to hit my feet to the floor as though I am trying to wake them up. I had a full work up of labs done, everything came out fine. Thank You! Carol
posted on Wed, 14 Mar 2018
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Hi,

It might be due to neuropathic causes. Other possibilities are vitamin B12 deficiency and uncontrolled diabetes.

Consult a neurologist and get evaluated, the detailed evaluation including nerve conduction study is needed to make a diagnosis.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician

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What Causes Numbness In The Feet?

Hi, It might be due to neuropathic causes. Other possibilities are vitamin B12 deficiency and uncontrolled diabetes. Consult a neurologist and get evaluated, the detailed evaluation including nerve conduction study is needed to make a diagnosis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician