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A 47-year-old female asked:
Partial numbness on small spot on side of foot. socks left imprints on foot so shoes may have been too tight. how long will it last for?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Sue Ferrantianswered
Internal Medicine 31 years experience
If the numbness is because the shoes were too tight, it should resolve within a couple of hours once the shoes are off (assuming nothing else that is tight is put on your feet!). If it does not resolve, you should have it looked at by a foot doctor. You should also not wear those shoes again! Hope it gets better ASAP! Good luck to you!
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Answered Jul 21, 2022
Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered
Neurology 47 years experience
Location suggests a mild sural neuropathy. This can occur due to short or long-term pressure events and shoes may be culprit on occasion. Most clear within a few hours, but some may last longer if nerve coverings have been injured. These problems are usually non-progressive. See a podiatrist if this persists.
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Answered Jul 21, 2022
Last updated Jul 21, 2022
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