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Why Do I Feel Numbness In Right Thigh On Waking Up In The Morning ?

From time to time when I wake up in the morning the outside of my right thigh is numb what is the problem I have no pain just a numbness
Mon, 9 Apr 2012
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement 's  Response
i would like to know your age , are you a diabetic , the most common cause is meralgia paresthetica this is due to compression of the nerve . so make surer you dont have diabetes take drugs for the above mentioned diagnosis i will prescribe you medicines if you want
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Dr. Devidas Vellodi's  Response
thank you for the inquiry.
This can be due to various reasons.
1.due to postural.try to sleep straight
2.due to lumbar spondylosis, sciattica disc compression. This has to be ruled out with consultation with a physician
dr.devidas vellodi 9747480903
www.arogyaayurvediccentre.com
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Why Do I Feel Numbness In Right Thigh On Waking Up In The Morning ?

i would like to know your age , are you a diabetic , the most common cause is meralgia paresthetica this is due to compression of the nerve . so make surer you dont have diabetes take drugs for the above mentioned diagnosis i will prescribe you medicines if you want