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Can arthritis cause numbness? i have mild arthritis in hands; spondylosis w/rt leg+hip pain & as of 3 days ago, rt big toe: pain & partial numbness.
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Low Back with Foot : Arthritis is a rare cause of numbness. The numbness/pain you describe in your right big toe is normally related to an L4 nerve root irritation. Seek an opinion from a back doctor. When back irritation on the sciatic nerve causes foot symptoms, it is called radiculopathy. Treatment should be directed to the foot and back combined. Dr rich blake.
Answered 11/21/2015
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Possibly: Possibly through pressure on nerves, but this picture is more complicated. Rheumatologic evaluation would be required to see if this is mechanical or related.
Answered 2/24/2014
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Possibly: If arthritis leads to enlarged joints beside the spine and spinal stenosis, it can put pressure on a nerve and cause pain and numbness.
Answered 4/17/2017
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