Traditional Chinese medicine believes that feet are the source of the body's total essence and are the most important component of the human body. Not only that, the feet are also a place that conveys health warnings from the body. Whether it is the toenails, the skin of the feet, or the pain signals from the feet, they may be important alarms that the body is conveying to you. 1. Feet become smooth and hairless Circulatory and metabolic problems There are some hairs on the feet near the toes. If you suddenly find that they become smooth one day, it means that the body's metabolic function has declined, resulting in blood being unable to flow to the extremities of the body and provide nutrients to the hair follicles. It may also be a sign of heart weakness. You can ask a doctor to help measure your pulse and check your heart function. 2. Frequent cramps in the feet Insufficient nutrition and water content There are many possible reasons for cramps. In severe cases, it may be a foot problem caused by genetic defects, while in mild cases, it may just be due to lack of nutrients in the body. If cramps occur during exercise, it means that muscle contraction is caused by insufficient water intake; consuming more foods containing minerals such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium can also improve cramps. If you already have cramps, you can put your feet in hot water and slowly stretch your toes towards yourself to relieve them. 3. The wound on the foot won’t heal Diabetes, skin cancer If a foot wound does not heal for a long time and no specific cause can be found, be careful that it may be a warning sign of diabetes. Unstable blood sugar levels may cause nerve damage, making the feet numb or even insensitive to pain or any nerve touch. In severe cases, amputation may be required. In addition, wounds that are difficult to heal may also be a sign of skin cancer. The skin is the largest organ in the body, and any part of the body may be the site of skin cancer. Therefore, do not ignore small wounds on your body. If they do not heal for a long time, remember to consult a dermatologist. 4. Cold feet Hypothyroidism Putting aside the cold hands and feet that are common among women, if your feet are as cold as if they were in a freezer even in the hot summer and cannot be warmed up no matter what, it may be due to low thyroid levels. If you are a middle-aged person over 40 years old, you should pay more attention to this problem. Other signs include hair loss, fatigue, rapid weight loss, depression, etc. 5. Sudden swelling of toes Gout or other inflammatory problems The joints of the toes and other places are the sites where gout attacks occur, and there will be pain and swelling. Other related inflammatory diseases may also cause swelling of the toe joints, so you must seek medical attention as soon as possible. 6. Bunions Hereditary foot defects Bunions may be caused by wearing ill-fitting shoes, but more often it may be related to genetics. The inherited bone structure causes the big toe to be squeezed towards the other toes. It is recommended to practice barefoot walking, move the joints, and change into a pair of comfortable shoes when going out. 7. Heel pain Plantar Fasciitis When you sit up from the bed and the soles of your feet touch the ground, or when you stand up from a chair, you will feel obvious pain in the ligaments of your feet. Regardless of whether you are wearing slippers, sandals, or work shoes, the longer you walk or stand, the more intense the pain will be. Doctors will recommend not engaging in strenuous exercise or walking for long periods of time, and choosing appropriate shoes. 8. Skin peeling, itching, and scaling Fungal infections Wearing non-breathable shoes and socks for a long time and keeping your feet in a hot and humid environment will make you more likely to get fungal infections, commonly known as athlete's foot. You can apply anti-athlete's foot ointment for treatment and try to keep your feet dry and fresh. 9. Yellowing of nails Fungal infection/nail polish deposits Observe your nails carefully and find that they are turning yellow? Don't panic too much. First, think carefully about whether you have the habit of applying nail polish? If the nail polish is not removed and left for too long, the nails will turn dark yellow. As you age, your nails will become mottled and yellow. Another reason may be a fungal infection, just like athlete's foot. |
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