Managing Mild Numbness in Hands and Feet After Alcohol Inhalation
Mild tingling sensation in the hands and feet? Hello Doctor, yesterday while cleaning the mattress with 75% alcohol, I leaned in to check for any lingering odors and inadvertently inhaled a significant amount of alcohol. A few minutes later, I began to experience shortness of bre...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Hello Mr. Dawei: You are experiencing dizziness and intermittent mild numbness in your hands and feet due to inhaling a significant amount of alcohol. It is recommended to open the doors and windows for ventilation, take deep breaths, and drink plenty of plain water (at least 250...[Read More] Managing Mild Numbness in Hands and Feet After Alcohol Inhalation
Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the hands and feet? Hello, Doctor: I previously had no exercise habits and spent a long time sitting in front of the computer. Since the end of August, I have been experiencing hand numbness, which at one point was so painful that I couldn't sleep. This lasted fo...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, I recommend that you visit a rehabilitation specialist. Please observe whether the area of numbness has a specific distribution, its duration, any factors that exacerbate or alleviate it, and whether certain positions trigger it. This information...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Solutions
Is Numbness in Hands and Feet After Chemotherapy Normal?
Is it normal to experience numbness in the hands and feet after chemotherapy? How long does it typically last? Hello Doctor, my father has been undergoing chemotherapy for rectal cancer. During and after the chemotherapy, he has been experiencing persistent numbness in his hands ...
Dr. Chen Bozhang Reply:
Hello: In response to your question, numbness and coldness in the hands and feet can be potential side effects after chemotherapy, affecting blood circulation and causing complications in the nervous system. However, not every chemotherapy drug will cause these symptoms. It is ad...[Read More] Is Numbness in Hands and Feet After Chemotherapy Normal?
Which Specialist to See for Numbness in Hands?
Which specialty should I see? My father (52 years old, 170 cm, 70-75 kg) occasionally experiences numbness in both hands, even while riding a motorcycle. Which specialist should he see?
Dr. Lin Mingxing Reply:
That's right, consult a neurologist![Read More] Which Specialist to See for Numbness in Hands?