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What can i do about numbness in foot and lower leg?

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Dr. Dale Vancil answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Depends: Depends, if this is one sided, it's probably related to your back. Then see a neurologist or orthopedist. If it's both sides it is probably related to a metabolic process such as diabetes or other. Start with your general provider or internist. Hope this is helpful.

Answered 2/17/2014

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