Question 1

Is chapped skin on the feet and toes a sign of poor circulation? what should be done to treat such an issue? my pinky toe was so badly dried/chapped at the first joint that it started bleeding. im trying treating it with vaseline. thank you.

Accepted Answer

Chapped skin on the feet and toes may signal a circulatory anomaly, but more often in in diabetics. Conditions like psoriasis, eczema, exposure to toxic material suggest dermatology eval. Regarding self-treatment of bleeding with Vaseline, a greasy based substance holds in any potential pathogen. Consult your doc-

Question 2

Is there a medical device for aches and poor circulation in feet and legs?

Accepted Answer

The are medical devices such as over the counter arch supports or physician prescribed orthotics that may help with your arch problems.   Poor circulation usually requires a good evaluation to determine the cause before deciding what treatment may be helpful. Dr l.

Question 3

What is  poor circulation in my feet be a sign of?

Accepted Answer

Peripheral arterial disease (p.A.D.) can present as "poor circulation".  This is easily diagnosed by non invasive tests by your pcp or vascular specialist.  P.A.D. Can be a marker of c.A.D (coronary artery disease).

Question 4

What causes bad circulation in feet and legs and how is it treated?

Accepted Answer

Poor leg/foot circulation is caused by a combination of things like:
your inherited genes, lifestyle choices like poor dietary habits, cigarette smoking, associated conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.  No single thing causes it, but rather the combination of many factors such as some of those listed above.

Question 5

What can be done for raynards syndrome. have poor circulation to the feet.

Accepted Answer

This is a condition of cold fingers (and/or toes) that is often associated with the finger turning colors (blue, white, red). The cause is usually related to a cold stimulus, and resolves after warming up the hands/feet. It is due to spasm of the tiny capillaries, not due to "blocked arteries". There are some meds that make it worse, and some that can make it better. See your Dr for more advice.

Question 6

Both of my feet are dark colored and they often hurt. do you think i have poor circulation?

Accepted Answer

Do you smoke? At 32 it is unusual to have poor circulation but not impossible. So see your doctor, podiatrist, or vascular doctor for further evaluation.

Question 7

How should i deal with my poor circulation my feet are always getting cold nearly all day long

Accepted Answer

Would see a vascular surgeon to examine pulses in your feet and do other testing if necessary

Question 8

Are foot ulcers from poor circulation?

Accepted Answer

Some ulcers are caused by poor arterial blood supply. Others are caused by poor venous return. There are also neuropathic ulcers from sensory loss, and hypertensive ulcers from uncontrolled high blood pressure.

Question 9

What sitting or standing position can lead to poor circulation in the foot?

Accepted Answer

Sitting on ones leg may cause numbness due to possible compression of a nerve, but it will not cause "poor circulation".

Question 10

What can cause poor circulation in your hands and feet?

Accepted Answer

Heart disease, smoking, raynaud's syndrome, caffeine and diabetes can all contribute to poor circulation in the extremities.

How to treat poor circulation in feet

Is chapped skin on the feet and toes a sign of poor circulation? what should be done to treat such an issue? my pinky toe was so badly dried/chapped at the first joint that it started bleeding. im trying treating it with vaseline. thank you.

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Is there a medical device for aches and poor circulation in feet and legs?

What is poor circulation in my feet be a sign of?

What causes bad circulation in feet and legs and how is it treated?

What can be done for raynards syndrome. have poor circulation to the feet.

Both of my feet are dark colored and they often hurt. do you think i have poor circulation?

How should i deal with my poor circulation my feet are always getting cold nearly all day long

Are foot ulcers from poor circulation?

What sitting or standing position can lead to poor circulation in the foot?

What can cause poor circulation in your hands and feet?

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