7 causes of burning sensation in the feet that you should know

A burning sensation in the feet is a common clinical symptom of several conditions affecting people of all age groups. It can be short-term or long-term and often comes along with redness, swelling and increased feet temperature. Usually, these associated symptoms help identify the underlying cause of the condition. Although general fatigue and over-exertion are the most common causes of burning feet, here are some of its serious implications that should not be ignored.
 
1. Peripheral neuropathy: It is a condition in which peripheral nerves that transmit signals from the brain to the limbs get damaged. As a result, they transmit the signals of pain without any injury. Peripheral neuropathy is common in people with diabetes. It is an indication of diabetic complications due to poor blood sugar control.

2. Vitamin B12 deficiency: Vitamin B12 plays an important role in several processes of the body, including those involved in the functioning of the nervous system. Therefore, a deficiency of B12 can cause burning feet along with a tingling, burning sensation in the arms.  

3.Hypothyroidism: A low level of thyroid hormones can cause all the processes in the body to slow down. When the extremities do not receive a normal flow of blood, swelling due to water retention may occur. This accumulated fluid exerts extra pressure on the nerves causing pain and burning sensation in the feet.

4. Vasculitis: At times, blood circulation may get affected due to inflammation of the blood vessels, also called vasculitis. In this condition, the immune system attacks the blood vessels and causes inflammation.

5. Hypertension: Another condition related to blood circulation that can cause burning feet is high blood pressure. Hypertension can also cause decreased circulation resulting in changes in skin colour, reduced pulse rate in the feet and reduced temperature in the extremities along with a burning sensation.

6. Toxin accumulation: Too much of anything can be harmful for health. This especially holds true for drugs and supplements. An overdose of vitamin supplements (mainly vitamin B6) or heavy metal poisoning can damage the peripheral nerves and blood vessels to cause pain and swelling in the feet.

7. Infectious diseases: Although burning feet may not be a key symptom for infectious diseases, they too can cause neuropathy. Some of diseases in which feet problems may occur include HIV/ AIDS, Lyme disease and Guillain-Barre syndrome. 

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