A 49-year-old female asked:
my toes on both feet are numb sore and burn, a lot worse in hot weather. is this a back problem? mri of feet normal. no leg pain involved, just toes
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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered
41 years experience Cardiac Electrophysiology
This is unlikely to: be a back problem. Sounds like you are developing or have developed a nephropathy. You might ask to see a neurologist for evaluation and treatment suggestions.
Answered on Feb 25, 2018
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