It's been numb for a few months - nothing specifically happened that i can attribute it to, but im V worried, i'm a 23 year old smoker. Could this be bad circulation?
2006-06-19 20:23:02 · 16 answers · asked by WhyWhyWhy 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Please see the webpages for more details on Smoking, Smoking hazards, Smoking and smokless tobacco, Tobacco use, and Smoking-tips on how to quit. Numbness means reduced blood circulation and consequent damage of nerve cells in your big toe.
Solution:- Stop smoking and take vitamin suppliments to reduce further damage to the nerve cells.
2006-06-19 23:22:10 · answer #1 · answered by gangadharan nair 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-23 19:51:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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My Big Toe on my right foot feels numb, i can feel it, but it's half numb, What does this mean?
It's been numb for a few months - nothing specifically happened that i can attribute it to, but im V worried, i'm a 23 year old smoker. Could this be bad circulation?
2015-08-26 11:35:57 · answer #3 · answered by Janette 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes ,it could.
Common causes of toe numbness are:
1. Ill-fitting footwear
2. Cold weather
3. Hereditary
4. Immobility for prolonged periods.
5. Certain drugs- including nicotine
6. Certain diseases
lf you have no other symptoms but numbness of the large toe,without limitations of movement or ulceration,l wouldn't worry.Just change your foot wear,have warm footbaths,and massage with foot cream.
If there are other symptoms.see your doctor.
Stopping smoking is ALWAYS a good idea,and the sooner the better...
2006-06-19 20:50:52 · answer #4 · answered by Emma Woodhouse 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes this could very well be bad circulation. Smoking does compress your periphial blood vessels. Go se a doctor immediately. there are many reasons for losing sensation- anything from stress to leporsy!
2006-06-19 20:28:31 · answer #5 · answered by Vee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-21 12:34:55 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is probably just a trapped nerve - Go and see your GP - you will be able to get peace of mind then and you won't need to worry about it any more - the GP will advise you to stop smoking too, but that's no difference to any other advice you are getting online here anyway!
2006-06-19 20:44:12 · answer #7 · answered by Andy B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your doctor about an exercise routine. Regular exercise, such as walking three times a week, may reduce neuropathy pain, improve your muscle strength and help control blood sugar levels. Gentle routines such as yoga and tai chi might also help.
2016-05-16 10:12:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had this very same problem awhile ago & you have just reminded me of it. I have just noticed that it has gone & my toe feels normal. I didnt go to the doctor & I have never smoked. So it may go away by itself. Good Luck & dont worry
2006-06-19 21:32:05 · answer #9 · answered by wayforwardhow 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah got it in one girl either stop smoking or improve your exercise and tell your doctor about it. Try and STOP smoking if you are having trouble at 23yrs now is the time to give the old ciggies the big heave ho!
2006-06-19 20:31:09 · answer #10 · answered by Sister Sandy (RN) 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋