What causes numbness in the feet?
Disease description:
I suddenly felt my foot go numb while at work, even though I wasn't putting any pressure on it. I'd like to know the cause—what could be causing this numbness in my foot?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guan Yanlei
Numbness in the feet can be caused by conditions such as diabetes and neuritis. Patients with diabetes may experience numbness in the limbs; if symptoms such as generalized numbness, soreness, or swelling occur, blood glucose levels should be closely monitored. Numbness due to neuritis is another cause, with main manifestations including limb numbness, muscle atrophy, and weakness in the arms and legs.
