Tingling and Burning Sensation in Hands and Feet
What Are the Consequences if Not Treated on Time?
Neuropathy refers to the gradual damage of nerves (nerves that emerge from the spine or brain) due to various causes. Many people suffer from this condition and are forced to live a very difficult life because of it.
Symptoms:
Occasional tingling, burning, or numbness in the hands or feet in specific situations—like sitting cross-legged, exposure to cold, touching stinging nettles, or getting burned—is normal.
However, if such tingling, burning, or numbness starts without any particular reason, becomes frequent or constant, spreads to other areas, and is accompanied by:
- Muscle wasting or weakness in the hands or feet
- Cold sensations in the limbs
- Skin becoming shiny
- Excessive sweating or dryness
- Problems with urination or bowel movements
- Dizziness when standing up
- Loss of balance while walking (especially in the dark)
- Palpitations
These may indicate nerve damage, also known as neuropathy.
Note:
If these symptoms are rapidly worsening within a few days and are accompanied by difficulty swallowing or breathing, this could indicate a serious condition such as Guillain-Barré syndrome or myasthenic crisis.
What Happens if It’s Not Treated on Time?
If neuropathy is not identified and treated as early as possible, the nerve damage may become permanent, and such damage cannot be reversed or repaired later. As a result, the hands and feet may become permanently weak or nonfunctional.
If symptoms are rapidly worsening and not treated in time, there is a high risk of death or permanent disability.