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I need help with BURNING FEET, highly painful. I've tried everything I could. Temporary relief with lidocaine ointment.

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Palm Coast, FL

Burning feet and hands, very tight. Similar to frost bite feeling for 1 week.

July 12, 2024
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A MyLupusTeam Member

Rhi, neuropathy is the most likely cause, as Raynaud's tends to come and go rather than lasting a week.

Screening for diabetes, B12 deficiency, and thyroid disease are important, so please check with your doctor about these. It could be due to lupus, and gabapentin and lyrica are treatment options.

July 17, 2024
A MyLupusTeam Member

Hi Rhi2,
I personally don’t know but here are at least a couple things to consider. I would definitely discuss it with the doctor.
Praying that you find relief soon!

First consider that it could be a Vitamin B12 deficiency.
Read: Which vitamin deficiency causes burning feet syndrome?
A deficiency of vitamin B-12 is most often linked to burning feet sensations and tingling in the finger and toes. Burning and numbness may also occur in the legs, arms and hands. https://www.aafoot.com/post/burning-feet-b-vita....

Erythromelalgia
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/...

Raynaud's Phenomenon
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditio....

Neuropathy
Could lupus be causing the neuropathy in my feet?
https://www.gwapodiatry.com/faqs/lupus-and-neur....

Raynaud's Phenomenon
Raynaud's Phenomenon
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/raynauds-phenomenon
Erythromelalgia: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Erythromelalgia: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22752-erythromelalgia
Could lupus be causing the neuropathy in my feet?
Could lupus be causing the neuropathy in my feet?
https://www.gwapodiatry.com/faqs/lupus-and-neuropathy.cfm
Burning Feet & B Vitamins | Fort Worth Podiatrist
Burning Feet & B Vitamins | Fort Worth Podiatrist
https://www.aafoot.com/post/burning-feet-b-vitamins-fort-worth-podiatrist
July 12, 2024 (edited)
MyLupusTeam

Experiencing burning feet can be quite distressing, especially if you have lupus. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Consult Your Doctor: It's crucial to discuss this symptom with your rheumatology or dermatology specialist to determine if medical treatment options are necessary.

2. Cool Your Feet: Try soaking your feet in Show Full Answer

Experiencing burning feet can be quite distressing, especially if you have lupus. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Consult Your Doctor: It's crucial to discuss this symptom with your rheumatology or dermatology specialist to determine if medical treatment options are necessary.

2. Cool Your Feet: Try soaking your feet in cool water or using a cold compress to alleviate the burning sensation.

3. Avoid Triggers: If overheating worsens your symptoms, stay cool by wearing light, loose clothing and avoiding hot environments.

4. Medication: Prescription medications, including topical treatments like lidocaine, can provide relief. Your doctor might suggest other options if lidocaine is only providing temporary relief.

5. Monitor for Serious Symptoms: If you notice any signs of infection, such as blisters or fluid, or if the pain is accompanied by a rash that spreads quickly, seek medical attention immediately.

Always keep your healthcare provider informed about your symptoms and any treatments you are using.

July 12, 2024

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