Numbness is big toes

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Hello 

has anyone had any issues with balance through loosing feeling in the big toe , I have Stage 4 lung cancer , I’ve gone through chemotherapy, immunotherapy and Rradiotherapy, the tumour has shrunk and life slowly getting back to normal except I have numb toes which effects my balance 

anyone else experienced this , are there any solutions such as insoles for the shoes @?
 

stay safe and well everyone 

  • Hi Fred64. How long ago did your chemo finish? I know that chemo can effect your feet. Have you mentioned this to your doctor or lung nurse? 

    “Try to be a rainbow, in somebody else's cloud” ~ Maya Angelou
    Chelle 

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  • Hi Chelle , I finished Chemo 18 months ago Worried

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    Hey Fred

    I am pleased to read that life is getting back to a more normal for you.

    I agree with Chelle that you'd be best to give your lung nurse or GP a call to chat this through. They can ensure the best advice is given to you.

    Hope they find a simple resolution for you and you feeling better on your feet.

    Take care

    Gina

  • I still have numbness in my toes after finishing chemotherapy in June.  It used to cover most of the ball of my foot as well but has slowly improved over the last few months.  I used to go barefoot most of the time but now it just feels weird.

    As the numbness is affecting your balance, I would contact your treatment unit for a referral to their allied health team.  They're the best people to help with late side effects and to suggests strategies for reducing their impact.