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Any Suggestion For Flu And Numbness In Both Arms?

My husband has had the flu for a couple days thought he was starting to feel a little better this morning but didn't get out of bed then got up this afternoon and felt weak and off so he went back to bed but he is now having numbness in both arms. Should we seek medical attention or do you think we can wait it out and see if it doesn't go away?
Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to generalized weakness & electrolyte imbalance, secondary to the flu attack.
However, other causes for the symptoms need to be ruled out, such as:
1. Any fluctuation in blood pressure levels
2. Altered blood sugar levels
3. Inadequate hydration & nutrition status.
4. Deficiency of certain nutrients like Iron, Vitamin B 12, Calcium, Magnesium, etc.

Till then, management involves:
1. Nervigenic agents (like Vit B6, B12, Folic acid) as well as multivitamin & mineral supplementation.
2. Maintain adequate hydration & nutrition status, take proper rest and avoid stress.

If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Neurologist for a proper clinical examination including nerve conduction study.

Wishing him a Good Health.
Take care.
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Any Suggestion For Flu And Numbness In Both Arms?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to generalized weakness & electrolyte imbalance, secondary to the flu attack. However, other causes for the symptoms need to be ruled out, such as: 1. Any fluctuation in blood pressure levels 2. Altered blood sugar levels 3. Inadequate hydration & nutrition status. 4. Deficiency of certain nutrients like Iron, Vitamin B 12, Calcium, Magnesium, etc. Till then, management involves: 1. Nervigenic agents (like Vit B6, B12, Folic acid) as well as multivitamin & mineral supplementation. 2. Maintain adequate hydration & nutrition status, take proper rest and avoid stress. If symptoms still persist, kindly consult a Neurologist for a proper clinical examination including nerve conduction study. Wishing him a Good Health. Take care.