What Causes Burning Feet?
The fact that the feet become uncomfortably hot and painful is expressed by the public as foot burn. Burning and pain problems in the feet, which carry the entire weight of the body, have an effect that seriously reduces the quality of life of most people. Burning feet syndrome, also known as Grierson-Gopalan syndrome, can be caused by many different causes. In cases where foot burn is accompanied by pain, the pain can be felt not only in the sole of the foot, but also in the ankles and legs. It is possible that these pains, which can pass at certain intervals or continue uninterrupted, become more intense, especially at night. It is seen that foot burning is accompanied by numbness and tingling as well as pain from time to time.
What Are the Symptoms of Burning Foot Syndrome?
- Increased heat or burning sensation, usually at night
- Numbness in the feet or legs
- Knife stabbing sensation
- Feeling of heaviness in the feet
- tingling sensation
- skin redness
Let's take a closer look at what are the causes of foot burn.
Common Causes of Foot Burn
- Diabetes is one of the most common causes of foot burn. It is known that Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes affect the foot sensory nerves.
- Extreme fatigue can sometimes cause a temporary burning sensation in the feet.
- Vitamin deficiency, anemia, irregular and malnutrition are also effective in the formation of foot burn.
- underactivity of the thyroid gland; It can cause a burning sensation in the feet along with weight gain, dry skin or fatigue.
- Hernia or nerve compression can also cause burns on the soles of the feet.
- The materials used in making shoes and socks can cause foot burns.
- Wearing tight or poorly fitting shoes can cause irritation of the feet and a burning sensation.
- Damp shoes and socks cause a fungal infection known as athlete's foot. Some of the common symptoms of athlete's foot are itching, burning and stinging sensations in the toes and soles.
