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What Causes Numbness And Tingling Sensation In The Hands And Ulcerative Colitis?

I have numbness, tingling, seems like my nerves in my hands are burning andt in both arms. Occurs intermittently but the plain can be severe and last a long time then stop. Has been going on for quite some time and is getting worse. Was diagosedwith bone spurs in my neck and was told to be aware of my posture. That was a out 2 years ago. Posture is hard to do when sleeping and will be awoken by the pain. I do have type 2 diabetes and take metformin 2x day and glipizide 2xa ray but do have my a1c in control. I also have chronic ulcerative colitis and take meds for that too. I just don t know what is causing this issue? Could it be diabetic neuropathy?
Wed, 18 Apr 2018
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Hi,

As per your clinical history, it is due to neck, so follow like this:

1) Get it clinically examined by your Doctor [Neurologist] and to know present status do few investigations like MRI scan and Myelogram.

2) Discuss with your Doctor about Gabapentin and Cortisone injections.

3) Do consult with your physiotherapist for a specific exercise plan.

Do follow lifestyle modifications like this:

1) Do exercise regularly. Strengthening the trunk muscles helps stabilize and support the spine.

2) Try to maintain good posture. Good posture reduces the pressure on your spine and disks. Keep your back straight and aligned, particularly when sitting for long periods. Lift heavy objects properly, making your legs, not your back.

3) Try to maintain a healthy weight. Excess weight puts more pressure on the spine and disks, making them more susceptible to herniation.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo
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What Causes Numbness And Tingling Sensation In The Hands And Ulcerative Colitis?

Hi, As per your clinical history, it is due to neck, so follow like this: 1) Get it clinically examined by your Doctor [Neurologist] and to know present status do few investigations like MRI scan and Myelogram. 2) Discuss with your Doctor about Gabapentin and Cortisone injections. 3) Do consult with your physiotherapist for a specific exercise plan. Do follow lifestyle modifications like this: 1) Do exercise regularly. Strengthening the trunk muscles helps stabilize and support the spine. 2) Try to maintain good posture. Good posture reduces the pressure on your spine and disks. Keep your back straight and aligned, particularly when sitting for long periods. Lift heavy objects properly, making your legs, not your back. 3) Try to maintain a healthy weight. Excess weight puts more pressure on the spine and disks, making them more susceptible to herniation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo