Could Your “Burning Feet” Be a Thyroid Problem?

Thyroid problems can lead to symptoms that include weight gain, dry skin, fatigue, feeling cold, and even burning feet in some more serious cases. However, there are a host of conditions in the body that can cause burning feet. Because January is Thyroid Awareness Month, today Dr. Mark Thompson and Dr. Brandon Holloway of Amarillo Foot Specialists located in the Amarillo, TX panhandle share how thyroid issues can affect your feet.

Burning feet syndrome is the occurrence of a burning, painful sensation in the feet that is often worse at night. The cause is often damaged nerve tissue in the feet. The symptoms can range from mild to serious and can cause diminished mobility in some cases. There are some home remedies you can consider, including custom orthotics and insoles.

Thyroid Problem Warning Signs in Your Feet

There are several symptoms that occur in your feet because of thyroid problems.

• Pain and cramps

• Flaky, dry skin that may crack

• Cold or tingling sensation

• Skin infections

• Diminished growth and health of nails

• Ridges that form on the length of the toenail

• Soles that appear to have an orange or yellow tinge

If you notice these symptoms and signs possibly associated with a thyroid issue, you need to seek medical help. Other associated signs that occur include: constipation, a slow heart rate, sensitivity to the cold, generalized fatigue, and a puffy face.

When the cause of your burning feet has determined and diagnosed as the cause of your tingling or burning feet at night, they will consider the various aspects that may be affecting the condition. They will recommend solutions to treat the core cause, including conservative management strategies and pain medication in an effort to help reduce the symptoms.

It’s vital that you find out what’s causing the burning sensation in your feet, as it could be a symptom of various conditions other than a thyroid issue.  The correct fundamental cause must be identified for it to be managed and to prevent it from worsening over time.

For answers to your questions, contact the office of Dr. Mark Thompson and Dr. Brandon Holloway of Amarillo Foot Specialists located in Amarillo, TX, at (806) 322-3338 today to schedule a consultation.