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I get shock like sensations in my back that cause a momentary jerk of both arms and legs. not a pain, just feels like someone shocked me, a jolt. ?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Shock: That is sign of neuropathy. An irritated nerve sending crazy signals to the brain

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/4/2014

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A member asked:

I get shock like sensations in my back that cause a momentary jerk of both arms and legs. not a pain, just feels like someone shocked me, a jolt. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

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