Can Mosquito Bite Cause Paraesthesia In Limbs And Face With Abdominal Bloating?

Posted on Thu, 30 Jul 2015

Question: pins and needles in limbs and face with some abdominal bloating. can this be caused by mosquito bites . have had this since returning from mexico almost 4 weeks ago

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (50 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Symptomatic treatment and observation will be sufficient.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam,

I understand your query and concern.

Your symptoms could be related to Generalized weakness.Yes may be due to mosquito bite or change of place.

At the moment,I advise you to take symptomatic treatment and observe.

I advise you to take Tab.Pantop 40 mg before break fast and Tab.Pregabalin one tablet post dinner for one month.

NOTE:These drugs should be taken under strict medical supervision.

Have adequate rest and sleep.

If still symptoms persists you can go for nerve conduction studies.

Post your further queries if any,

Thank you.

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