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What Causes Light Headedness Along With Pins And Needles Throughout The Body?
Hi, i took molly (E s) on Monday night/ Tuesday morning, after a heavy night of drinking. It was my first time and i think i had around 2.5 pills if not more, i cannot remember exactly how many. The next day i remained high until about 5pm Tuesday and i slept until the next day. The Wednesday i stayed in bed all day with no appetite, same as the Thursday. I also experienced when almost falling asleep, muscle spasms and very vivid dreams, were i could actually feel the pressure of someone in the dream touching me. On Friday, i have started to experience light headedness and surges of pins and needles throughout my body, starting within the head area. Can anyone tell me if this is normal or if i need to seek medical help.
Thu, 30 Jul 2020
Hi,
Pins and needle sensation is typical in neuropathies or nerve related disorders. Diabetes commonly causes such sensations. Complete blood count and blood sugar levels both fasting and one and a half hour after food should be taken.
All causes of neuropathy or peripheral neuropathy should be ruled out. Diabetes, sciatica, nutritional deficiencies such as vitamin B12 deficiencies, autoimmune disease, certain medication side effects should be ruled out. Treatment is based on the cause.Hot compress and vitamin B12 injection can reduce the symptoms.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
Pins and needle sensation is typical in neuropathies or nerve related disorders. Diabetes commonly causes such sensations. Complete blood count and blood sugar levels both fasting and one and a half hour after food should be taken.
All causes of neuropathy or peripheral neuropathy should be ruled out. Diabetes, sciatica, nutritional deficiencies such as vitamin B12 deficiencies, autoimmune disease, certain medication side effects should be ruled out. Treatment is based on the cause.Hot compress and vitamin B12 injection can reduce the symptoms.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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