Feet Changes and Health Problems
It’s a lesser known fact that your feet are great tools for diagnosing potential health problems. There is no need to be a doctor to understand what your feet changes say about your health.What Your Feet Changes Tell You About Your Health
This list of signs and
symptoms of your feet changes can help you discover health problems in time if
something is seriously wrong.
Feet Without Hair
Most people have several hairs
on their feet, especially on their fingers, regardless of gender. But if you
notice that the fibers are diminishing or that they have completely
disappeared, it can be a sign of problems with circulation. The most common cause
is cardiovascular disease, such as arteriosclerosis that hardens the arteries
and does not allow the heart to pump the blood properly.
Recessed Nails
Onychoschizia is a nail
disease causing them to become too thin and losing their convexity. They can become
flat or even concave and look like a spoon. This disorder begins to appear in
the middle of the nail and spreads to the edges. If you suffer from this nail
disorder you should know that is associated with iron deficiency, known as
anemia. Anemia is one of the most common blood disorders in humans. If
not treated, anemia can cause you a number of serious problems such as
weakness, pale skin, shallow breathing, chest pain, dizziness, headache, and
the like.
Wounds That Do Not Heal
If you have wounds on your
feet that do not heal after a long treatment, or are constantly there and look
like eczema, it is possible that it is a sign of diabetes. These types of
wounds are called diabetic ulcers. Over time, high blood glucose levels and
high levels of fat such as triglycerides can damage your nerves. This makes it
difficult to treat wounds, especially on the feet. Diabetes affects the ulcers
a lot, so it’s important to understand the potential serious consequences.
Unfortunately, for some people suffering from diabetes the final result of an
ulcer is an amputation. But for less severe ulcers it takes time to heal and
can be really painful. If you notice any wound, immediately visit your doctor.
Cold Feet
Although cold feet are common
in many people, if this happens to you without any reason and very often, it
may indicate a problem with the thyroid gland. Reduced thyroid activity is
associated with heart disease and reduced circulation of blood. The reason for
this is that the important nutrients that flow through the blood do not reach
the limbs. Reduced circulation can make your palms and feet cold and may also
appear as a chronic fungal infection.
Yellow Nails
Thick and yellowish nails are
a sign of fungal infection. Bad hygiene is one of the main causes of infection
of the toenails. These infections are often caused by shoes that do not allow
the foot to “breathe” and cause sweat and bacteria to interfere. Wearing socks
that cause your feet to sweat or walking barefoot in dirty places can also be a
cause of fungal infection. If you think that this is something like this, visit
your doctor.
Tingling
Neuropathy is a long-term
complication that occurs due to diabetes and has an effect on your nerves. The
nerves are responsible for sending information between the body and the brain,
which activates the senses and you can touch, feel, watch, listen and move. If
these nerves are damaged, they can cause problems in various parts of your body.
Neuropathy may be the result of a high blood glucose level. This prevents
nutrients from reaching blood vessels and results in the disappearance of the
nerve fiber. Sensory neuropathy generally attacks the nerves located in your
legs and feet, but sometimes it can affect the palms and hands. If you have
lost the feeling of pain in your feet, feel tired, or feel no fever, consult
your doctor.
Painful Joints
The painful joints of your
feet, or rheumatoid arthritis, is a disorder in which your immunity attacks
your body. It usually has an influence on the joints and causes painful
swelling that can lead to bone erosion and joint deformity. Inflammation
associated with this arthritis can harm other parts of your body, although the
disease can be treated with modern medicines. If you feel something similar,
visit your doctor as soon as possible.
Friable Skin On Your Feet Athlete’s
Foot
The Athlete’s foot is an
inflammatory skin disease that attacks the lower part of the feet and the skin
between your fingers. Usually, the skin is red and friable and can be covered
with small blisters. It is most commonly caused by an infectious fungal
infection that is obtained from walking barefoot in public places like
gymnasts, public swimming pools, shared baths and nail salons. This disease is
treated easily, but if you suffer from diabetes or weakened immunity, it is
best to visit your doctor.
Deformity Of Fingers And Nails
Foot deformities are various
physical changes resulting from untreated medical conditions. These changes can
be in the form of roundness of the nails, curvature of the nails, softening the
nail or increasing of the fingertips. It is not always clear why these
deformities occur, but it is known that they are activated by certain diseases.
They are most commonly caused by lung and respiratory system disorders.
Deformities can be a sign of cancer, heart problems, overactive thyroid,
gastrointestinal infections and liver disease. If you notice any deformity of
your fingers or nails, visit your doctor.
Finger Color Changing
Finger color changing is one
of the main symptoms of Raynor’s disease. This disease causes a change in color
and common tingling of the feet. This happens because smaller arteries that
carry the blood to the skin narrow down and reduce circulation. Usually, the
affected parts of the skin get white, and then they can become blue and cold.
Heating your body improves circulation, and the affected spots become red,
swelling and cause itching.
