everyone can see the changes in their health by carefully observing the changes in their feet. The foot is known as the “second brain” of the human body. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the feet are an important starting part for running Qi and blood, connecting the viscera, communicating inside and outside, and penetrating the upper and lower meridians. The functions of people’s five zang organs and six Fu organs have corresponding acupoint reaction areas on the feet, so the feet can reflect people’s physical health.
1. Frequent foot spasms
crux of the problem:
sudden cramp of the foot or sudden contraction of the muscle may be a temporary situation caused by exercise or dehydration. Sometimes, when lying down, a muscle or a surrounding muscle will suddenly spasm, followed by pain. If this happens frequently, your diet should increase calcium, potassium and magnesium intake.
solution:
try bending your feet and massaging the painful parts. You can also use a cold towel or sterilized alcohol to relax your muscles. To avoid foot cramps, stretch your feet before going to bed, and then drink a cup of hot milk to supplement calcium.
2, hairless feet and toes
crux of the problem:
circulation is not smooth, which is usually caused by vascular disease. This occurs when the heart cannot supply enough blood to the feet due to arteriosclerosis. Lack of blood supply can also cause people to not feel the pulse of their feet. When standing, the feet may be bright red or slightly black; When you rise, your feet immediately turn pale.
solution:
improve body circulation through exercise and diet.
3. The toes are slightly sunken with spoon shaped indentation
. Crux of the problem:
this is a manifestation of anemia. Because there is not enough hemoglobin, an iron rich protein found in blood cells that transport oxygen. Anemia can also be caused by internal bleeding (such as ulcers) or severe menstrual abnormalities.
when anemia occurs, the nail will also show the same condition: the color and nail bed will be pale. And the nails are fragile and the feet always feel cold. Fatigue is the first symptom of anemia. Other symptoms include shortness of breath, dizziness or headache when standing.
solution:
anemia can be diagnosed by whole blood cell count.
, the unhealed foot pain
problem Crux:
this is the main manifestation of diabetes. Elevated blood glucose concentration will lead to the destruction of foot nerves, which is characterized by scratches, cuts or stimulation caused by pressure or careless friction. Other manifestations of diabetes include frequent thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision, hunger or weight loss.
solution:
treat ulcer immediately and do a diabetes check.
5, cold feet
crux of the problem:
this situation mostly occurs in women. Women’s core body temperature will be lower than men, so even if they are healthy, they will be very sensitive to cold. If women over 40 have cold legs, it may be due to insufficient thyroid function, because the thyroid gland will regulate body temperature and metabolism. In addition, poor circulation is also one of the reasons.
solution:
insulated natural materials are the most effective for keeping warm. If you have health problems other than cold feet, it is recommended that you see a doctor.
6. Thick and yellow toenails
crux of the problem:
this is caused by mold infection under the nails. Onychomycosis patients are usually unconscious, so they will last for several years. But this infection will soon spread to all toenails and even fingernails, resulting in an unpleasant smell and darker color. People with diabetes, circulatory problems and immune system problems are susceptible to the disease. If the elderly have a problem walking, sometimes it may be this problem, but it is not easy to be found.
solution:
see a professional foot doctor or often go to a doctor for treatment.
7. Sudden enlargement of big toe
crux of the problem:
may be gout, a kind of arthritis, which is usually caused by excessive uric acid. Uric acid usually exists in body parts with low body temperature, and the coolest place of the whole body is the big toe farthest from the heart. Men aged 40 to 50 and postmenopausal women are more likely to suffer from gout.
solution:
consult a doctor through diet and drug treatment. How does toenail have dent to return a responsibility?
8. Numbness of both feet
crux of the problem:
both feet are unconscious, which is caused by peripheral neuropathy. There are many reasons for peripheral neuropathy, but the two leading cause is diabetes and alcohol abuse. Chemotherapy is another reason. What’s more, this numbness will extend to your hands and make you feel like wearing gloves.
solution:
see a doctor to find out the cause. Although there is no treatment for peripheral neuropathy, pain symptoms can be relieved by analgesics and antidepressants.
9. Foot joint pain
crux of the problem:
rheumatoid arthritis is a joint lesion that is usually first felt by small joints such as toes and finger joints. The pain is usually accompanied by swelling and stiffness, and the pain is symmetrical. Rheumatoid arthritis mostly occurs in women, and the prevalence rate of women is four times that of men.
solution:
need to have a comprehensive examination to determine the cause of joint pain. There are many drugs and treatments that can cure arthritis.
10. Dents in toenails
crux of the problem:
most psoriasis patients have many small holes in their nails, which can be deep or shallow. However, the joints and skin of 3 / 4 patients with psoriasis arthritis will be affected, usually manifested as unsmooth nails with acne marks.
solution:
there are many drugs to treat psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.
11. Heel can’t lift
crux of the problem:
foot drooping indicates nerve or muscle damage, which will continue to your back, shoulder or neck. Some drugs used in chemotherapy can also cause the front of the foot to not lift when walking or standing.
is also accompanied by pain and stiffness. Sometimes this pain occurs in the posterior leg or lower back.
solution:
see a doctor. Foot droop can be cured or become a permanent disease, depending on its cause and treatment.
12. Dry skin on your feet is easy to fall off
crux of the problem:
although the skin on your face or hands is often dry, do not ignore the dry skin on your feet. Because fungal infections usually start with dry, itchy skin and then develop into inflammation and blisters. When there are blisters, the infection expands.
solution:
if it is not very serious, wash your feet often and let them dry thoroughly. You can use foot powder in shoes and socks. If you haven’t improved or the infection is more serious after 2 weeks, you can ask your doctor for antifungal drugs.
13. Toes show three colors
crux of the problem:
in cold weather, Raynaud’s disease will cause the limbs to appear white first, then turn green, and turn red before turning into natural color. It may be due to vasospasm in these parts.
Raynaud’s disease also causes discoloration of fingers, nose, lips and earlobes. Women and people who often live in cold climates are prone to Raynaud’s disease.
solution:
consult a doctor about drugs that can broaden blood vessels.