I have partial numbness and tingling on the outside of ...

Hello,

Is your nail somewhat yellow?

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yes, slightly. I had a pedicure last week and the nail polish has chipped off where the nail the dead.

I would tend to believe that you have a nail fungus. Unfortuantely, this can be picked up in the nail salon as a result of improperly sanitizing the pedicure chairs and not sterilizing instruments, using them from client to the next.

I had it on my big toe and have now switched to a mail salon that sterilizes all the intruments. The manicurist opens the sterile bag right in front of me.

I tried Lamisl and it worked. You may want to ask your doctor for a prescription. Here is some info, please let me know if you have questions.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/nail-fungus/DS00084

http://www.lamisil.com/index.jsp?checked=y

While you are reading this, I will post some info related to the numbness. Check back in a few minutes.

Edited by Two_Westies on June 21 2006 at 1:16am

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This has been going on for a few months now on and off prior to my pedicure (it was the first pedicure I've had this summer). The nail salon I use does sanitize their instruments. I've been using them for a few years and never had problems with them before. I don't think this is the problem.

I have been on a prescription diet pill for the past year and have lost approx. 25 lbs. Would it have anything to do with this?   I exercise regularly, lift weights and eat healthly (well....most of the time). I'm 5'2 and weigh 130 lbs so my weight is reasonable for my age and height. Could it be the diet pill?    I'm basically off it right now but have taken one or two every now and then on days that I need it.

Regarding the numbness-- when do you excperience this? Is it constant? Is it perhaps attributed to a new pair of shoes?

Numbness in the feet is often caused by nerve damage. The condition is called peripheral neuropathy. A podiatrist could make an accurate diagnosis (along with taking a look at your toenails)

Here is some info, please let me know if you have any questions.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/peripheral-neuropathy/BN00046

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It has been constant but doesn't really bother me too much. Just now and then. I don't believe it's related to shoes. I wear mostly flat and comfortable shoes.

I guess I should see a Dr. I just want to make sure it isn't linked to anything that could be serious since I've been ingnoring it for a while now.

You could cover both issues by going to the podiatrist (foot specialist) As it is not related to shoes, chance are it is neuropathy, which is quite common. It is not serious, but needs to be addressed. Often orthotic inserts can be placed in the shoes to provide some relief.

Edited by Two_Westies on June 21 2006 at 1:38am

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I guess I'll call a Dr. tomorrow.   Thanks for your help. Now I can get some sleep. :)

Good night- I am headed off to bed too. If you think of any other questions, let me know. I will check back first thing in the morning at 7:30am (I am in CA)

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