Each of us periodically feels tingling in the legs, especially after prolonged sitting in an uncomfortable position. However, there are cases when such a phenomenon occurs spontaneously and for no apparent reason. It is worth considering whether this is such a harmless symptom? As a rule, the sensation of tingling in the legs is not related to poor circulation and goes away on its own after a few minutes. This condition occurs when pressure and compression of nerve cells, resulting in difficulty in blood flow. After the cause is eliminated, the blood flow returns to normal, oxygen and glucose again begin to flow freely to the nerves, after which the discomfort disappears. The scientific name for this phenomenon is paresthesia. Tingling refers to sensations that occur on a specific area of the skin surface. Often, along with this, a person feels a burning sensation, numbness, tightness or chilliness.
Chronic tingling in the legs can be a symptom of these diseases:
- heart attack;
- tumor or brain abscess;
- multiple sclerosis;
- rheumatoid arthritis;
- HIV;
- cancerous pathologies;
- Lyme disease;
- thyroid disease;
- malnutrition;
- alcoholism;
- radiation exposure;
- injuries to the spine or neck;
- dehydration;
- lack of vitamins;
- menopause;
- diabetes mellitus;
- muscle strain;
- great anxiety;
- damage to the nervous system.
If tingling in the legs is chronic, it is recommended to check your blood for the amount of sugar, an increase in which may indicate the development of diabetes, and you should also pay attention to the condition of the vessels of the lower extremities. If there are still violations, it is necessary to urgently begin treatment, otherwise the consequences may become irreversible. In diabetics, for example, there is often a significant decrease in pain threshold, which can lead to the formation of ulcers and wounds. In addition, the patient must constantly monitor the skin of the legs, especially with their deformation and impaired sensitivity. Before starting treatment, the doctor must conduct Dopplerography and scan the main vessels with ultrasound.
Symptoms that require a mandatory visit to a doctor:
- the tingling is permanent;
- presence of accompanying signs such as weakness, loss of sensation, awkwardness and pain;
- discoordination;
- decrease in temperature sensitivity.
In order to eliminate tingling in the soles of the feet, sometimes it is enough just to change the position to release pinched nerve endings. If this feeling occurs frequently, you need to check your shoes, which should not only be comfortable, but also free. Another way to get rid of discomfort is a balanced diet containing sufficient amounts of vitamin B and potassium. Many people who experience tingling in their legs regularly find salvation in yoga classes, the various positions of which have a beneficial effect on blood circulation. In any case, it is recommended to first consult a specialist, because the disease is easier to prevent than to eliminate its consequences.
