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What Could Cause Numbness On The Left Big Toe?

Hi, I have suddenly developed complete numbness in left big toe and urination frequency - 3-4 days. 40yr old female. otherwise good health, excercise 2-3 times per week. bilateral ovary removal last November, and HTR. Ski accident 18 months ago and labral tear to right hip. have seen hip specialist last year, but doesnt think severe enough to operate. mild moderate lower back pain from accident but having regular physio. Why a sudden loss of sensation?
Tue, 11 Mar 2014
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Hi there,

Thanks for your query.

Sudden onset of numbness of big toe indicates damage to/compression of its nerve supply, due to either, 'pinching' of the nerve locally or at the lower spinal level.

At the same time, considering your age, numbness of great toe and increased frequency of urine, may be early manifestations of diabetes. Get your tests done to rule out/detect diabetes.

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Take care

Dr. Rakesh Karanwal
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What Could Cause Numbness On The Left Big Toe?

Hi there, Thanks for your query. Sudden onset of numbness of big toe indicates damage to/compression of its nerve supply, due to either, pinching of the nerve locally or at the lower spinal level. At the same time, considering your age, numbness of great toe and increased frequency of urine, may be early manifestations of diabetes. Get your tests done to rule out/detect diabetes. If you find my response helpful and informative, do not forget an “excellent” (5-star rating) to my answer, to ENCOURAGE ALL doctors- engaged in social service- to render sound advice to the FREE queries. Take care Dr. Rakesh Karanwal