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How Can Hand Numbness With Tingling And Serum B12 Levels Be Treated?

A few weeks ago, I suddenly developed neuropathological symptoms - left hand went numb, could not move, among other problems like constant sleepiness/fatigue, tingling/ dead zone on scalp...finally got lab results - serum B 12 level in excess of 1,999 pg/mL, folate normal at 15 ng/mL; MCV elevated at 98 fL, and liver enzymes (SGOT, SGPT) high at 66 IU/L & 132 IU/L, respectively. Since I m on a computer all day, the left hand/arm and now right thumb (very painful) make it nearly impossible to do anything. Had EEG & orbital MRI, neurologist appt. not for another two weeks. Anything to decrease B 12 levels? Greatly appreciate any suggestions. Thank you kindly in advance. Mary Anne
Tue, 26 May 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for your query.
The abnormal sensations that you have such as numbness, tingling are termed peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral Neuropathy is a condition caused by damage to the peripheral nervous system [most commonly seen in diabetic patients]. Another possibility could be nerve compression in spine due to disc bulge.
Change your diet and remove inflammatory foods such as citrus fruits, dairy products and wheat that may aggravate the condition. Simultaneously increase your intake of potassium and calcium-rich foods such as bananas and avocados and green leafy vegetables
Vitamin B12 is important in the maintenance of health and normal functioning of the nerve tissue and deficiency of it can lead to numbness. You can increase B12 level by taking meat and fish, or you can take tab methylcobalamine .

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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How Can Hand Numbness With Tingling And Serum B12 Levels Be Treated?

Hi, Thanks for your query. The abnormal sensations that you have such as numbness, tingling are termed peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral Neuropathy is a condition caused by damage to the peripheral nervous system [most commonly seen in diabetic patients]. Another possibility could be nerve compression in spine due to disc bulge. Change your diet and remove inflammatory foods such as citrus fruits, dairy products and wheat that may aggravate the condition. Simultaneously increase your intake of potassium and calcium-rich foods such as bananas and avocados and green leafy vegetables Vitamin B12 is important in the maintenance of health and normal functioning of the nerve tissue and deficiency of it can lead to numbness. You can increase B12 level by taking meat and fish, or you can take tab methylcobalamine . I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care