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What can burning and numbness in lower legs mean?
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?neuropathy: There are a number of possibilities if persistent you must see your md.
Answered 5/19/2014
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Nerve involvement: Could be involvement of the nerves at the level of the spine or out in the limb.
Answered 7/6/2012
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