Question 1

what are the possible reasons for tingling feet after a hot shower? i don't really have any other symptoms except anxiety. worried about ms.

Accepted Answer

Multiple sclerosis : Tingling is commonly reported by patients with multiple sclerosis. However, is is rarely a presenting symptom of the disease. Tingling may not be significant enough to be considered abnormal in some individuals and/ormay be related to many other physical or pathological possibilities. A physician is in a better position to gather a good history and perform a physical exam and reach a correct dx.

Question 2

feet purple when cold, then during hot shower to warm up get tingling in feet. had spinal tap, no ms or other neuro. probs. circulation issue?

Accepted Answer

Poor circulation: It does sound like poor circulation and the best treatment is to make sure your feet remain warm at all times

Question 3

what would cause weird left leg sensations after a month of bronchitis.tingling in foot after a hot shower or getting overheated. neuro said from spinal problems per mri. mri of brain/spine negative for any ms lesions. ssep&emg negative.still worried?

Accepted Answer

Plan: If all these serious tests are negative for abnormal findings and your symptoms subside slowly,  it's most likely no need to worry. Ask more questions your doctor about MRI result.

Question 4

can hot water make neuropathy worse? seems like my feet and face itch and tingle (fall asleep) after a hot shower or bath .

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: Any excessive stimulation of the cutaneous (skin) nerves by temperature, pressure or touch can make the neuropathic symptoms worse.

Question 5

when should i be worried if i have tingling foot?

Accepted Answer

Now: If the tingling has persisted for a time and causes burning and pain then you need to see a doctor.

Question 6

tingling foot stiff calf occurred a month ago and now back

Accepted Answer

Muscle cramping:    This sounds like a blood flow issue - the only person who deals with this as a specialty is a vascular surgeon that can use a machine called a Doppler to see if there is a blood flow problem

Question 7

when should i be worried if i have tingling foot when i try to sleep, pulsating feeling keeps me up. ?

Accepted Answer

RLS: You may have restless leg syndrome. Have your doctor check your hemoglobin and ferritin levels to make sure you are not anemic.

Question 8

ive had sharp pinching pain in the right side of my groin where my leg meets my hip for 2 days &  numb tingling foot on the same side?

Accepted Answer

Muscular pain: The groin pain probably of muscular in nature, numbness tingling is assign of nerve irritation. With limited information provided, this is what I can think of.

Question 9

if i had a clear ct 3 years ago for constant headaches and a tingling foot but still have these symptoms how likely is it to be a brain tumour?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Because of the length (3 years) of the symptoms. However, it is a responsibility of the headache or orofacial pain specialist to rule out secondary headache (tumor). Complete headache history, examination and imaging will solve this concern. 
Rec.: see your headache or orofacial specialist for evaluation.

Question 10

have varicose veins & saphenous vein valve not working. why worse when using compression stocking or sitting/elevating leg? heaviness, tingling foot.

Accepted Answer

Due to something els: You may have pelvic venous obstruction that would be made worse by support stockings and sitting. You may not be able to elevate you legs high enough without being bed to give relief. A venous ultrasound which usually looks at the legs would not necessarily diagnose your problem. You should consult a physician who specializes in venous diseases.

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Tingly foot after hot shower

A member asked:

What are the possible reasons for tingling feet after a hot shower? i don't really have any other symptoms except anxiety. worried about ms.

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Feet purple when cold, then during hot shower to warm up get tingling in feet. had spinal tap, no ms or other neuro. probs. circulation issue?

A member asked:

What would cause weird left leg sensations after a month of bronchitis.tingling in foot after a hot shower or getting overheated. neuro said from spinal problems per mri. mri of brain/spine negative for any ms lesions. ssep&emg negative.still worried?

A member asked:

Can hot water make neuropathy worse? seems like my feet and face itch and tingle (fall asleep) after a hot shower or bath .

A member asked:

When should i be worried if i have tingling foot?

A member asked:

Tingling foot stiff calf occurred a month ago and now back

A member asked:

When should i be worried if i have tingling foot when i try to sleep, pulsating feeling keeps me up. ?

A member asked:

Ive had sharp pinching pain in the right side of my groin where my leg meets my hip for 2 days & numb tingling foot on the same side?

A member asked:

If i had a clear ct 3 years ago for constant headaches and a tingling foot but still have these symptoms how likely is it to be a brain tumour?

A member asked:

Have varicose veins & saphenous vein valve not working. why worse when using compression stocking or sitting/elevating leg? heaviness, tingling foot.

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