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What Causes Numbness On The Left Side Of The Body?

I am 54 years ,female,3 adult kids, left side goes numb, been happing about every 10 years or so off and had every test under the sun. It s back again with avengence dragging leg and uncomfortable hip,it been happening now for a month or so . Going for more tests drs are saying migraine equivalent?
Mon, 8 Oct 2018
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Hi,

Consult a neurologist and get evaluated.

We have to rule out conditions like mini-stroke and peripheral neuropathy as they can present with similar symptoms.

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

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Numbness On The Left Side Of The Body?

Hi, Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. We have to rule out conditions like mini-stroke and peripheral neuropathy as they can present with similar symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician