That sounds incredibly frustrating — and honestly, you deserve better. Numbness in your foot alongside severe pain is something that absolutely warrants serious attention, as spondylitis can affect the peripheral nervous system, causing nerve pain, tingling, or numbness in the hands and feet.
There are a few reasons why a Show Full Answer
That sounds incredibly frustrating — and honestly, you deserve better. Numbness in your foot alongside severe pain is something that absolutely warrants serious attention, as spondylitis can affect the peripheral nervous system, causing nerve pain, tingling, or numbness in the hands and feet.
There are a few reasons why a doctor might seem hesitant to treat aggressively:
- Some doctors are cautious about prescribing stronger pain medications due to concerns around controlled substances
- They may not fully understand the severity of spondylitis pain
- Communication barriers between patient and doctor can lead to undertreated pain
- Some doctors may unfortunately dismiss or minimize symptoms Here are some steps that may help get better care:
- Be specific about how pain limits your daily life — don't minimize it
- Write down your symptoms, including the numbness, so nothing gets forgotten in the appointment
- Ask your doctor to document any refusals to treat in your chart — this sometimes prompts them to reconsider
- Request a referral to a pain management specialist or rheumatologist if your current doctor isn't helping
If your doctor consistently dismisses your concerns or doesn't take you seriously, it may be time to find one who truly listens. As one MySpondylitisTeam member put it — they're out there, you just have to find the right one.
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