Pain, tingling, numbness and ice cold feet and lower legs (below knees)
by Sara
My name is Sara and I am 24 years old and was in almost perfect health before I became pregnant with my first baby daughter who is now a year old. I was having a lot of pain all over (long story short) and was recently diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Fibromyalgia. Here is my question: 3 days ago, both of my feet and lower parts of my legs became extremely cold... I have always had slightly cold hands and feet, but this is beyond discomfort. Then they started getting numb and tingling and painful. The pain is now in my lower legs. I can't move my feet, ankles, or toes without feeling like they will cramp up as my ankle did yesterday (it turned inward and was stuck and hurt really bad). I have had the thickest socks on and my home is warm (in fact the rest of me is really warm) My husband suggested to soak my feet/legs in really warm water. I did as he said and it seemed to help. I immediately covered my feet back up after soaking them and I had some relief, but about 15 minutes later they were in the same bad shape again. I have tried everything I know to do and they are still not better. This is so uncomfortable and painful that I have not slept very well at all the past couple nights. I don't know if you have any answers, but I would really appreciate any help. I am already suffering from severe joint pain, chronic fatigue, and depression all while trying to be the best young mom and wife. I am so frustrated, please help! Thank you, Sara Hi Sara, Your symptoms are highly suggestive of compromised circulation going down to your feet. I obviously cannot diagnose the cause, but these are symptoms that should not be present in a 24 year old. I would strongly suggest you make an immediate appointment with your doctor and let he or she determine the cause of your symptoms. Marc Mitnick DPM
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