Question 1

i am diagnosed with pannic attacks, permanent pinky finger paresthesia, woke up at 2am with whole left side of body numb and tingling. should i do ct?

Accepted Answer

Let Dr decide: Best clarify with your doctor numbness on one side is a concern but an examination would clarify if you need a ct.  The finger numbness alone  is likely a nerve compression at your elbow or wrist.  Your dr can eval this to see if any studies are needed.

Question 2

are numbness and paresthesias constant in ms or can they be intermittent?

Accepted Answer

MS paresthesias: Multiple sclerosis parasthesias are abnormal sensations due to nerve damage by demyelination lesions.  Lesion means sensation. It is always there in mild, moderate or severe forms. The severity depends on the relapse, remission and use of analgesics. The patient may feel severe at relapse and not so much in between. But it is there. The numbness or tingling is the first sign.

Question 3

do you always have numbness and paresthesias  with ms or can they exist separately?

Accepted Answer

Not always: No two people have exactly the same symptoms of MS due to the complexity of the disease. Some symptoms  may come and go, while others linger. Numbness and paresthesias are common symptoms. Don't let MS to control your life. Talk to pain management specialist to treat and manage your symptoms so you can stay healthy and productive. Take a good care.

Question 4

why would you seek to find which of the two types of pain a patient feel (when it comes to numbness; paresthesia or dysesthesia? would diagnosis diffe

Accepted Answer

Could be same: They may be different words but are more of same prodrome.

Question 5

is it possible to save someone infected with rabies who is experiencing only localized symptoms aroung the bite area (paresthesia, numbness)? does it mean that the virus has already reached the brain, or is the vaccine still efective at that time?

Accepted Answer

: To my knowledge there are only a couple of people worldwide who have survived rabies &amp; they were neurologically devastated. Once symptoms start there is no treatment that reverses/cures the disease. Treatment while they live is supportive/comfort.

Question 6

facial paresthesia. partial left arm paresthesia. shooting pains in arms and legs. stiff neck. brain and neck cat showed patchy low attenuation in the trigone region.  pain and numbness have lasted almost 5 weeks now. thank you ?

Accepted Answer

Neurologist: A neurologist is best to evaluate the white matter changes in your brain and neck ct scans and interpret them in light of your neurological symptoms and examination. A brain MRI may give more information. Concern would be for a condition like multiple sclerosis.

Question 7

i have a tingling feeling (paresthesia) all over my body for 12 hours now. it's so bothersome i can't sleep. what is this?

Accepted Answer

May be stress: If it is indeed whole body tingling, I am not aware of any anatomical basis for this. Regardless see a neurologist and receive some symptomatic relief.

Question 8

what exactly can be causing my paresthesia (tingling fingers and feet)?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes or alcohol: The most common cause of tingling fingers and feet are diabetes mellitus and excessive alcohol use.

Question 9

why am i having tingling and fizzing (like soda bubbles) sensations in my head, with full body paresthesia and headaches,with burning in the back of my head?

Accepted Answer

: These signs require Medical evaluation and management. Best to see PCP first and then a Neurologist.

Question 10

can perimenopause cause paresthesias which are felt on the face (tingling) & top of head (dripping)?  if so, are there any treatments e.g. hormones?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: it certainly causes it's hot flashes usually not tingling. Do  video consult or see I doctor for more specific valuation of your symptoms

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I am diagnosed with pannic attacks, permanent pinky finger paresthesia, woke up at 2am with whole left side of body numb and tingling. should i do ct?

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Are numbness and paresthesias constant in ms or can they be intermittent?

A member asked:

Do you always have numbness and paresthesias with ms or can they exist separately?

A member asked:

Why would you seek to find which of the two types of pain a patient feel (when it comes to numbness; paresthesia or dysesthesia? would diagnosis diffe

A member asked:

Is it possible to save someone infected with rabies who is experiencing only localized symptoms aroung the bite area (paresthesia, numbness)? does it mean that the virus has already reached the brain, or is the vaccine still efective at that time?

A member asked:

Facial paresthesia. partial left arm paresthesia. shooting pains in arms and legs. stiff neck. brain and neck cat showed patchy low attenuation in the trigone region. pain and numbness have lasted almost 5 weeks now. thank you ?

A member asked:

I have a tingling feeling (paresthesia) all over my body for 12 hours now. it's so bothersome i can't sleep. what is this?

A member asked:

What exactly can be causing my paresthesia (tingling fingers and feet)?

A member asked:

Why am i having tingling and fizzing (like soda bubbles) sensations in my head, with full body paresthesia and headaches,with burning in the back of my head?

A member asked:

Can perimenopause cause paresthesias which are felt on the face (tingling) & top of head (dripping)? if so, are there any treatments e.g. hormones?

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