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What your foot says about your health?

What your foot says about your health?

Tingling feet could be a sign of diabetes.

Written by Tania Tarafdar |Published : November 6, 2017 1:21 PM IST

You might be going for those regular pedicure sessions but chances are that you do not give that much attention to your feet. Your feet can say a lot about your health and if you notice any changes in your feet, it can be a good idea to see a doctor. So take a moment to notice your toes and heels as and you may notice some signals that may have much more to do than just your feet. According to Dr Ninad Kakde, these weird symptoms can speak volumes about your health.

Tingling feet

Tingling feet can be a sign of diabetes. Often diabetic patients complain of tingling or burning in their feet. Tingling feet is a sign of peripheral neuropathy and diabetes is one of the most common causes of neuropathy. Here are 4 causes of burning sensation on the feet.

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Numb toes

When you take off your shoes in winter only to notice your toes have turned completely white, it can be a sign of circulation of vascular problem. It can also be a sign of Reynaud s syndrome that causes certain parts of your body to turn numb or cold in chilly temperatures. While there is nothing out if you have this condition or some other circulation issue, it is important to take certain precautions such as wearing thick socks and gloves in cold temperatures.

Brittle nails

A variety of vitamin deficiency can cause brittle toenails. When you are deficient in vitamins, different kinds of lines can show up on your nails. Your nails can also be very brittle if you are anaemic. The state of your toenail may even go far indicating any endocrine or thyroid disorders. Here are 8 diseases you could get by wearing the wrong kind of shoes.

If you notice any changes in your feet, it can be a good idea to see a podiatrist first. He or she will then be able to tell you which expert should you approach for proper treatment.

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