My left leg & foot numbness/tingling/burning/spasticity has been non-stop since January 2026. I typically have at least two of those things going on at once
For the past week, I have been having numbness and tingling in my right foot. 🥺
I see Neuro in 2 weeks, but honestly feeling scared & worried. I've heard of numbness/tingling on one side being common in MS, but does it usually start affecting the other side
Could it be spreading because I'm not on any infusion therapy?
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I have had it in both legs at the same time but you should call your neurologist and let them know. Maybe they can see you sooner .
In my journey yes, tingling,numbness and aches and pains move and shift!
Margaret & Tiffany - thank you for your helpful responses. I wish I could see Neuro sooner. I got lucky when they were able to squeeze me in for an appointment with a 6 week wait. I live in Iowa, typical wait is a year and a half. But I'm an employee of the hospital (they try to fit employees in sooner than the general population), and I've had every test done aside from a spinal tap at this point (which may not even be done, I have no idea yet). People travel from all over to be seen at our hospital and we're short on neurologists in our state.
First, it's completely understandable to feel scared and worried — what you're going through sounds exhausting and unsettling. Those feelings are valid, and bringing all of this to your neurologist in two weeks is exactly the right move.
To answer your question: yes, it is common for numbness, tingling, burning, and Show Full Answer