Numbness in big toes?

[rp10]

For the last week or so I have noticed on both of my toes I have had numbness on the outside half of them. I walk a lot for my job, but I have been working for almost two months and it has just started.  I don't know if this should be something I should be worried about, and get it checked out, or what I should do.  Can anyone help? Has this happened to anyone else?

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi
Welcome to the MedHelp forum!
Numbness of big toe can be due to pinched nerve, poor circulation, faulty foot wear, diabetic neuropathy, leprosy, nerve injury, multiple sclerosis and frost bite. This needs to be investigated before a final cause can be pin pointed.
If you walk a lot, then first check your foot wear and see. This could be at fault, and just changing that may help.
Otherwise, please consult your PCP for primary examination followed by proper referral.
Take care!

[jefelex]

Could also mean you may have uncontrolled blood sugar - check with your doctor for sure

[bigsissie]

It sounds as if you have a pinched nerve in or around your toe. It may help to get wider shoes or insoles to give some cushion. Only a doctor can give you a diagnosis though. Best wishes.

Sissie

[daday10]

Numbness in the lower extremities in an indication of poor  blood circulation.It is good to have it check by a doctor.