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What Causes Tingling Sensation In The Legs?

Posted on Thu, 13 Apr 2017

Question: my lower leg area (both legs) have a tingling to them when i sit. Not as tingling as it would be if they were "asleep" tho

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Get evaluated and take treatment as advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
Tingling in lower limbs on only sitting may be due to compression of sciatic nerve.
You can take vitamin B 12 supplement.
Get a nerve conduction study if tingling persists.
Get evaluated for diabetes.
Any back pain, weakness in lower limbs, any other medical illness?
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (33 minutes later)

Hi!
Thank you! Diabetes was my first suspicion since I am not in my best health. I will call for an appt tomorrow about the evaluation. What does a nerve conduction study mean? I have carpel tunnel and I use a electronic stimulator occasionally.
Shari

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (12 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Get investigated as advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Get blood investigations as advised.
Nerve conduction testing is investigating nerves with mild electrical current in an NCV EMG lab.
This will demonstrate any damage to nerves.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj