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What is the medical term for feet falling asleep?
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Feet asleep: Is part of tingling & numbness called paresthesia.
Answered 2/13/2013
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Paresthesias: The most common term for that condition is paresthesias. Some people think it's neuropathy, but neuropathy can also be indicated by severe pain in the foot.
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