(Photo courtesy of Tyler Mallory) There are many options for people without health insurance, but finding an affordable plan is the best strategy. A Chicago-based doctor explains how those in his profession help patients who struggle to pay for services.
The differences in symptoms is the best way to identify if poor circulation or peripheral neuropathy is to blame for symptoms like tingling in toes, which is present in both conditions commonly. Regardless, it is a good idea to see a health care provider if symptoms are present in either case.
When the legs and feet experience a deficit in the amount of blood flowing in their veins, plaque or cholesterol can build up. This can cause atherosclerosis in the legs and feet, and cause pain, tingling, and numbness. This is a problem for diabetics in particular; this condition is known as diabetic neuropathy. People who have frostbite also can have numbness and tingling in the feet because of the lack of blood flowing to the extremities. Medical Conditions