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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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What Do Numbness In Left Side Of Face Extending To Arms And Legs Indicate?

Hi Dr. Rynne, I am a 39 year old woman and experiencing numbness on the left side of my face, extending down to arms and legs. I am also experiencing swollen ankles when walking. Completed CT Scan, X-Ray of my chest and back. I am also experiencing back pains at the base of my spine. Additionally, my right thigh was a bit swollen and painful. Visited doctors within the last month and had no confirmation to my ailment. Finally I had an ultrasound done on my both legs for indication of cloths. Results came back clear. Any thoughts on my predicament? Email address is YYYY@YYYY
Tue, 2 Feb 2016
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Hi,

Thanks for your question.
Noted your concern.

After going through your question there is likely possibility of connective tissue disorder (Autoimmune disorders) like SLE (Systemic lupus Erythmatosus) or other similar conditions.

In this type of disorders there is involvement of multiple organs like neuropathy, coagulation disorder, lung problem, spine and joint issues as in your case.

First there is a need to confirm the diagnosis.
In such situation I may suggest following tests -
- Complete blood count.
- ESR
- CRP
- ANA Blot assay.
- PT / INR, APTT
- Liver Function Test.
- Kidney Function Test.
Also want to know test results of investigation already done.

Treatment depends upon diagnosis.

Hope this helps you.
If so do vote as helpful.
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What Do Numbness In Left Side Of Face Extending To Arms And Legs Indicate?

Hi, Thanks for your question. Noted your concern. After going through your question there is likely possibility of connective tissue disorder (Autoimmune disorders) like SLE (Systemic lupus Erythmatosus) or other similar conditions. In this type of disorders there is involvement of multiple organs like neuropathy, coagulation disorder, lung problem, spine and joint issues as in your case. First there is a need to confirm the diagnosis. In such situation I may suggest following tests - - Complete blood count. - ESR - CRP - ANA Blot assay. - PT / INR, APTT - Liver Function Test. - Kidney Function Test. Also want to know test results of investigation already done. Treatment depends upon diagnosis. Hope this helps you. If so do vote as helpful.