Burning feet syndrome

Burning Feet Syndrome

Burning feet syndrome, also known as Grierson-Gopalan syndrome, is a medical condition characterized by severe burning and aching of the feet, hyperesthesia, and vasomotor changes of the feet that lead to excessive sweating. The condition can occur at any age but is more common in people over 50.

Pronunciation

• Burning feet syndrome: /ˈbɜːrnɪŋ fiːt sɪnˈdroʊm/
• Grierson-Gopalan syndrome: /ˈɡriːərsən ˈɡoʊpələn sɪnˈdroʊm/

Etymology

The term "Burning feet syndrome" is derived from the primary symptom of the condition, which is a burning sensation in the feet. The alternate name, "Grierson-Gopalan syndrome", is named after the physicians who first described the condition, Dr. James Grierson and Dr. V. Gopalan.

Symptoms

The primary symptom of Burning feet syndrome is a burning sensation in the feet that may be severe enough to interfere with sleep. The burning sensation may be accompanied by feelings of warmth or heat (hyperesthesia) and excessive sweating. The symptoms typically worsen at night and improve during the day or with activity.

Causes

Burning feet syndrome can be caused by a variety of conditions, including Peripheral neuropathy, Diabetes, Hypothyroidism, and Vitamin B deficiency. It can also be a side effect of certain medications.

Treatment

Treatment for Burning feet syndrome typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This may include managing blood sugar levels for those with Diabetes, treating Hypothyroidism, or supplementing Vitamin B for those with a deficiency. In some cases, pain relievers or medications to reduce the burning sensation may be prescribed.

Related Terms

• Peripheral neuropathy
• Diabetes
• Hypothyroidism
• Vitamin B deficiency

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Burning feet syndrome
• Wikipedia's article - Burning feet syndrome

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