abnormal neurological sensations in the feet and legsWHAT IS PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHYPeripheral neuropathy also known as peripheral nerve disease is one of the most common diseases no one has ever heard of. An estimated 15-20 million Americans suffer from some form of neuropathic disorder. ...
Neuropathy — nerve damage in your foot, which is often caused by diabetes, causing burning or stinging pain; the pain has also been described as feeling like electricity Problems with blood vessels in your feet, such as peripheral arterial disease (a build-up of fatty deposits in arteries of...
Foot problems such as wounds that don't heal, loss of feeling, or pins and needles sensations Neuropathy or nerve pain especially in the legs and feet Sexual issues such as erectile dysfunction, inability to orgasm or feel the full sensation Urinary frequency Unusual odor to urine If you have...
These abnormal sensations usually occur in the lower legs during the evening. Periodic leg movements (PLMs) are related to RLS, but occur after the onset of sleep and are labeled as a sleep disorder or syndrome when the movements cause increased activity in the brain. During the early stages...
RLS is linked to iron deficiency, dopamine imbalance, and certain chronic conditions like kidney disease or neuropathy. Symptoms can be worsened by caffeine, alcohol, lack of exercise, or poor sleep habits, making behavioral changes an important part of treatment. ...
Peripheral nerve damage (neuropathy) Spinal cord injury Iron deficiency Low levels of ironmay be a factor in RLS for some people. Getting more iron from food may help those people. Food sources of iron include lean meat, seafood, nuts, beans, vegetables, and iron-fortified grain products such...
Damage to these nerves interrupts communication between your brain and other parts of your body. This can cause muscle weakness, tingling, and pain in your arms, hands, legs, and feet. Muscle weakness in your legs and feet is a common symptom of peripheral neuropathy. (Photo Credit: iStock...
The damage done through Hyperglycemia to a person's kidneys is known as, 'Diabetic Nephropathy,' and is a leading cause of kidney failure. The damage done to a person's nerves is referred to as, 'Diabetic Neuropathy,' and causes both foot wounds and ulcers, commonly leading to either ...
...I discuss various foot, ankle and lower leg problems in the same way that I discuss them on a daily basis with my patients; people just like you. I talk about things that work, make suggestions of things you can try, including some alternative medicine therapies (in certain conditions...
Diabetic neuropathy is a condition in which high levels of blood sugar injure the nerves of the body. It can occur as a complication of diabetes, especially if diabetes is left untreated. Although all nerves can be injured, the nerves of the legs and feet are at a higher risk of being ...