Circulation and m.s.

[Carlyle]

Hi,I’ve noticed my right foot is red lately.I also have drop foot.Is circulation problems and m.s. go together?Does anybody experience this?Thank you

[Mamabug]

I don't personally have that problem, but I've read that it can be an issue.

Here's an article that describes some symptoms and offers some tips.

https://www.msfocusmagazine.org/Maga...ation-Boosters

[oceanpride]

Yes I have this only it’s my left foot. I’m afraid it’s all MS related and there’s not a darned thing we can do about it. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news and not sounding very optimistic. It’s got to do with the nerves that automatically increase or decrease blood flow to the extremities. I find it all too hard to understand completely and maybe someone else can shed more light on it. Just letting you know it’s not just you.

[KoKo]

Hi,I’ve noticed my right foot is red lately.I also have drop foot.Is circulation problems and m.s. go together?Does anybody experience this?Thank you

Hi Dave ~

My entire right side is affected by MS and I have foot drop too, along with a red (sometimes purplish when cold) right foot. My right hand becomes discolored also.

It’s got to do with the nerves that automatically increase or decrease blood flow to the extremities.

I agree with oceanpride, and believe that this has to do with MS affecting the autonomic nervous system.

Elevating my legs in the recliner several times during the day is helpful.

Take Care

[Carlyle]

Thanks for all who responded.This m.s. is not fun

[Seasha]

It's good to know I'm not the only one with this problem. My pcp was alarmed and had me take a test for PAD (peripheral arterial disease) using an ultrasound. Everything checked out OK.

I elevate my right leg and foot during the day too. I also have Raynauds causing poor circulation. Exercise is good, but for me it's pretty limited.

[kmallory1]

I have this too, on the side where my spasticity is worse.

[502E79]

Hi Carlyle,

I read the initial post and identified with your observation but hoped others would comment.

Simply was not sure that my MS was related to exactly what you described.

I noticed this red foot / cold foot problem once. On my MS affected side also. It lasted for maybe a month or so. That was over a year ago. Once and done? It returned to normal and has been so ever since although at times both feet are cold. Most likely a circulation problem.

One comment... Many who responded are PPMS, like me. Doubt this means anything.

Jer

[90stangg]

Left side is my bad side. During winter months both legs,but mostly left are like boat anchors and cold

Ten years ago ended up with blood clotting in the left leg. Veins dried out, and clotting in the pelvic area. So I have to really keep an eye on my leg.

[SNOOPY]

Hi Carlyle.

Before assuming it’s due to a circulation problem and\or MS please see your PCP to rule in\out any other health issue.

I have experienced swollen, red, and very painful feet. Both feet at the same time.

This happened twice as part of exacerbations, no steroids were used.
My feet stayed that way until the exacerbation resolved. Then my feet went back to normal and it never happened again.

[brave]

I have red (purplish) feet , it’s circulation problem because my mobility is impacted
If I use my feet massage then after 20 minutes , color changes back to normal

[DonnaH]

Red,swollen and ice cold feet

I just brought this up to my nuro. Yes it is MS’s fault.
same as Ocean it’s worse on my left side. My right leg spasms most, mostly in bed. End up alone a lot by morning. We make a joke of it, otherwise, well who knows.
Loved how someone said “dropped anchor” that’s exactly how it feels sometimes.
I personally have hot flashes run around the house 1/2 dressed with my feet bundled in fuzzy socks and slippers because they are freezing.
Nuro suggestion is a foot boot to keep my right foot up instead.hmmmmm we’ll see.