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What Causes Sudden Numbness In The Upper Body And Tingling Sensation In The Arms?
this morning, while sitting on the toilet, my upper body went numb and I had a sensation of burning and tingling in both my arms and abdomen. the sensation was extremely scary and I felt like I was going to pass out. after about 5 minutes of sitting there I was able to get up.
Thu, 8 Nov 2018
Hello,
The symptoms are consistent with neuropathic causes like nerve impingement.
Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. A detailed evaluation including MRI and nerve conduction study is required to make a diagnosis.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
The symptoms are consistent with neuropathic causes like nerve impingement.
Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. A detailed evaluation including MRI and nerve conduction study is required to make a diagnosis.
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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