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What Causes Tingling And Numbing Sensation In Hands And Legs?

For approximately 2 weeks having tingling and numbness bilaterally in both arms from shoulder to wrist and in both legs from top of thighs to bottom of calves. This is constant and equal on both sides. Also there is pain at approximately T1 or T2 level which is worse at night. No other symptoms, so no fever, nausea, vomiting, rash, diarrhea, etc. No history of new or previous injury.
posted on Wed, 10 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tingling and numbing sensation in hands and legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like abnormal levels of vitamin B12 or other vitamins, potassium, calcium, or sodium , poor blood supply to the affected area , herniated disk in your spine , pressure on your nerves diabetes or transient ischemic attack , cervical problem or stress . I would suggest you to put your hand and legs in hot water tun with epsom salt for 15 minutes daily , drink plenty if water , eat healthy and do light exercise . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination rule out any psychological problem and treatment . If your are experiencing dizziness , shortness of breath or weakness along with numbness and tingling in legs then your should go to emergency . Doctor may recommend physical therapy along with vitamin supplement . If your are experiencing dizziness , shortness of breath or weakness along with numbness and tingling in legs then your should go to emergency .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Tingling And Numbing Sensation In Hands And Legs?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tingling and numbing sensation in hands and legs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like abnormal levels of vitamin B12 or other vitamins, potassium, calcium, or sodium , poor blood supply to the affected area , herniated disk in your spine , pressure on your nerves diabetes or transient ischemic attack , cervical problem or stress . I would suggest you to put your hand and legs in hot water tun with epsom salt for 15 minutes daily , drink plenty if water , eat healthy and do light exercise . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination rule out any psychological problem and treatment . If your are experiencing dizziness , shortness of breath or weakness along with numbness and tingling in legs then your should go to emergency . Doctor may recommend physical therapy along with vitamin supplement . If your are experiencing dizziness , shortness of breath or weakness along with numbness and tingling in legs then your should go to emergency . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari