Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs After Sleep: Causes and Solutions
Experiencing numbness in the limbs during sleep, with persistent soreness upon waking that does not alleviate? Hello Doctor, recently I have been experiencing discomfort when waking up due to numbness in my limbs, whether I am sleeping at night or taking a nap at my desk. The are...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Ms. B: You mentioned that you wake up feeling uncomfortable with numbness in your limbs, which may warrant consideration of some metabolic disorders, such as hyperthyroidism or electrolyte imbalances. I recommend that you consult a neurologist to discuss potential examinati...[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs After Sleep: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Weakness and Pain in Limbs: Possible Causes and Concerns
In the past few days, I've suddenly felt weakness in my right leg, left hand, and right hand due to soreness? Hello Doctor, a few days ago I started feeling a weakness and soreness in my right leg, specifically from about one-third down the inner thigh to the knee, and it sl...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest nerve root compression, specifically considering cervical and lumbar nerve root compression. The condition you are concerned about, commonly referred to as ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), primarily involves issues with motor neurons. Clinical...[Read More] Understanding Weakness and Pain in Limbs: Possible Causes and Concerns
Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs: A Neurological Perspective
Numbness in the limbs? Since I woke up last Friday morning (I usually sleep on my left side and mostly sit during work hours), it has been four days. When I walk, I feel pain in my legs, particularly behind my knees, which worsens with bending my legs. The pain is more pronounced...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider spinal-related diseases. Excessive force during neck rotation and other external factors may lead to cervical instability, dislocation, and cervical disc herniation. Typical symptoms of lumbar nerve root pathology ...[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs: A Neurological Perspective
Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs: Possible Neurological Issues
Numbness and pain in the hands and feet? Hello doctor: For the past month, I have hardly eaten anything and only drank water. I am gradually starting to eat again, but I feel numbness in my scalp, chest, hands, and feet. My hands and feet are also sore and weak, and I am experien...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: I wonder if you have undergone any medical tests? Many electrolyte imbalances can cause symptoms such as weakness or numbness in the limbs. For nerve repair, it is recommended to supplement with B vitamins. I suggest you consult an internist to discuss examinations and tre...[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Pain in Limbs: Possible Neurological Issues