Question 1

what causes the sensation of burning feet ?

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Usually nerve: "burning" is most commonly caused by a nerve, either mechanical, like a nerve compression in the foot, leg or lower back, or from a metabolic disease like diabetes or anemia.  If both feet burn, it's more likely metabolic, but if one foot burns, it's probably something local.  But if you smell smoke... Run!

seriously, go see a podiatrist if it's only one foot, or a neurologist if it's both.

Question 2

what are some causes of burning feet and how is it treated?

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Diagnosis: Many things can cause a burning sensation in the feet.  The approach is not to focus on treating the symptom as much as it is diagnosing the underlying cause.  In most cases, if the cause is treated, the symptom disappears.

Question 3

is gabapentine helpful for burning feet?

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It is one : Of a few different medications that can be tried.

Question 4

does ms cause a sensation of burning feet?

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Could be, but : More likely diagnosis is a peripheral nerve problem such as tarsal tunnel syndrome.

Question 5

what is a good homeopathic med for burning feet?

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Alpha Lipoic acid: Try and take 1200-1800 units in divided doses. So look for the 600-900 mg tabs and take 1-2 tabs daily.

Question 6

burning feet syndrome - has anyone found something that eliminates the pain?

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Etiology?: It is always good to try and figure out the etiology. Meaning, a nerve root compression is a possibility, tarsal tunnel is a possibility, diabetic neuropathy another. 
A home remedy to try is Alpha lipoic acid 1200-1800 mg per day. Look for 600mg capsules and take 2-3 times per day.

Question 7

please help! what is the reason for burning feet during the night when going to bed?

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Neuropathy: Is a possibility. Often, neuropathy can be very light and we don't notice it as we go through the day pounding on our feet. However, when we are off our feet, and nothing else distracting us, the neuropathy sensation is "turned up" centrally. See your physician and have him do a sensory exam on your feet, as well as check for diabetes. 40 yr old with bilateral burning foot pain, possible diabetes.

Question 8

what is your best advice for burning feet i use sarotex it helps anything else that might help too?

Accepted Answer

Yes: capsasin. Be careful need gloves to apply don't touch it with bare hands

Question 9

what causes burning feet and tiredness?

Accepted Answer

So many things: Possibilities include a neuroma, nerve entrapment, diabetic or peripheral neuropathy, athletes foot, tarsal tunnel syndrome and a host of other things.  Tiredness could indicate a lack of support in your shoes and standing too much.  Consider an arch support.  You are 66, so you probably have medicare.  Consult a podiatrist.

Question 10

i have burning feet and pain on my knees.

Accepted Answer

Have it evaluated: There are several possibilities. The burning feet could be a peripheral neuropathy. Knee pain has several causes. Have these issue evaluated by a doctor.

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