
What Causes Numbness, Swelling And Pain In Legs, Hands And Feet?

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Hello, and thanks very much for your question.
I have to say, I completely disagree with the neurologist who told you there was nothing wrong. Your husband is clearly having several very concerning and very distressing symptoms. Clumsiness in the hands, inability to have an erection, numbness/swelling in the groin and legs, discoloration, and pain in the feet are all very concerning. Some of this is very likely alcohol-caused -- the pain in the feet for example. But these other symptoms are very concerning for a serious problem with the spinal cord. If he was my patient, I would get an MRI of the entire spine urgently to assess for swelling, nerve impingement, cauda equina syndrome, among other things. This MRI is the next most important step, and my advice for you.
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Given that he has already had an MRI of the C-spine, I would advise an additional MRI of the T- and L-spine. There could be swelling, nerve impingement, or lesions causing his symptoms.
People who are alcoholics commonly experience difficulty obtaining erections, because alcohol directly kills nerves, particularly in the legs and pubic area.
I would ask his doctor to test vitamin levels and to order a T- and L-spine MRI. Could also consider Viagra/Cialis for erectile difficulty.
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I'm sorry doctors have not been helpful to you so far. I hope my suggestion is of help, and good luck at your upcoming doctor appointment!
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