Question 1

why does my right calf feel numb like it is asleep?

Accepted Answer

Nerve problem: You probably have a problem with the nerve that goes to that part of the leg. It can either be from the spine, or it could be a problem in the nerve just below the knee. If you are just having this symptom, and no other pain, it is probably nothing to worry about. If you notice weakness in the muscle, or worse pain with coughing, then it could be from the spine. See a doctor if that is the case.

Question 2

my right calf felt numb one night, then achey the next. last night it felt fine and now it is numb again, it feels like it is constantly asleep?

Accepted Answer

Calf issues: Tough to say exactly what it could be, but as described, it sounds as if you have a nerve irritation issue or some vascular issue (or combination of both),..so make sure if this continues, you need to see the Doctor to get assessed and properly treated depending on the diagnosis.  Good luck.

Question 3

right lower arm and calf go numb when sleeping with upper neck and eye irritation, sometimes eye hard to open. could this be a pinched nerve could it be something else. limbs wake up when i move and turn neck. thank you?

Accepted Answer

: I can't connect the eye symptoms with the right arm and leg symptoms. For the arm&amp; leg numbness to occur simultaneously pressure on the spinal cord in the neck or a lesion in the left cerebral cortex would cause it. Pressure on a nerve root would'nt cause arm &amp; leg numbness. In your case the position during sleep,  an interverbral disc bulge in the neck could be a cause. Consult a neurologist

Question 4

what does it mean when your lower leg feels alittle numb, like its partially asleep and you have a hard time standing on it.

Accepted Answer

Neuropathy: You may have a pinched nerve in the back or may be developing neuropathy, if you are not able to stand on it because you feel weak then you need to see your pcp quick.

Question 5

i have numbness left arm/fingers leg, with pain in same leg where previously broken. feels like left side is almost asleep...what should i do.?

Accepted Answer

Get a diagnosis: Left sided numbness could be as simple as referred numbness from myofascial pain (which is cause by muscle imbalances), or even carpal tunnel in the left wrist, but could also be as serious as nerve damage from your fracture, or even a stroke.  I'd recommend seeing a physiatrist or neurologist to get a clear diagnosis. Then you can target an appropriate treatment.

Question 6

i fell asleep with my ace bandage on and woke up an hour later to my lower leg numb. i freaked out and tore the ace bandage off my knee but still feel like my circulation hasn't been the best today. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

It will impove: I suspect you had compression neuropathy to the nerve  and it  lost some nerve nutrition from lack of blood  supple. If it  does not improve see your physician

Question 7

severe back pain&sudden leg numbness like when it falls asleep when change sitting or laying positions cause?hist:coffee table fell on back 2-3yrs ago

Accepted Answer

Back trauma: Symptoms are consistent with spinal trauma and possible herniated disc. See orthopedic or neurosurgeon if needed after swing primary doc and consider ct and/or MRI of spine.

Question 8

every time i cross my left leg, like men sit not women,left foot ends up across right leg. its less then 5 minutes and my leg goes numb/falls asleep. could a periunium cyst cause this? i know its obviously more then just a nerve problem?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 9

laying in bed watching tv and the whole back of my head went numb. like it fell asleep and then my whole right leg felt that way and my toes felt like they were burning on both feet. arm pain with numbness?

Accepted Answer

: Not a good situation. You need to be checked out ASAP, best to go to the ER to be examined and likely have a scan or two.

Question 10

i don't know what to do about severe sharp lower back pain, numbness in right and left leg, and pain and pressure in testicles i have been experiencing progressive lower back pain for 3 months.  sometimes my right and left leg go numb, like their asleep.

Accepted Answer

Sciatica : Sciatica is back and leg pain resulting from compression of the sciatic nerve as it leaves the spine.  You should see a spine specialist or spine surgeon for proper work-up and treatment of your pain.  If you are not responding to conservative treatment you may be candidate for steroid injections or back surgery.  Today many back surgeries can be done through very small incisions producing less damage and quicker recovery.

Please see my health guide on lumbar disk herniations and sciatica. Good luck!

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Why does my right calf feel numb like it is asleep

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Why does my right calf feel numb like it is asleep?

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My right calf felt numb one night, then achey the next. last night it felt fine and now it is numb again, it feels like it is constantly asleep?

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Right lower arm and calf go numb when sleeping with upper neck and eye irritation, sometimes eye hard to open. could this be a pinched nerve could it be something else. limbs wake up when i move and turn neck. thank you?

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What does it mean when your lower leg feels alittle numb, like its partially asleep and you have a hard time standing on it.

A member asked:

I have numbness left arm/fingers leg, with pain in same leg where previously broken. feels like left side is almost asleep...what should i do.?

A member asked:

I fell asleep with my ace bandage on and woke up an hour later to my lower leg numb. i freaked out and tore the ace bandage off my knee but still feel like my circulation hasn't been the best today. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

Severe back pain&sudden leg numbness like when it falls asleep when change sitting or laying positions cause?hist:coffee table fell on back 2-3yrs ago

A member asked:

Every time i cross my left leg, like men sit not women,left foot ends up across right leg. its less then 5 minutes and my leg goes numb/falls asleep. could a periunium cyst cause this? i know its obviously more then just a nerve problem?

A member asked:

Laying in bed watching tv and the whole back of my head went numb. like it fell asleep and then my whole right leg felt that way and my toes felt like they were burning on both feet. arm pain with numbness?

A member asked:

I don't know what to do about severe sharp lower back pain, numbness in right and left leg, and pain and pressure in testicles i have been experiencing progressive lower back pain for 3 months. sometimes my right and left leg go numb, like their asleep.

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