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A member asked:
My wife is saying that her left arm and left leg going numb, like pins and needles is this cause for worry?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Rule out stroke.: Worst case scenario: it could be a stroke. Good news: if it is a stroke, and you get her to the ER in time, we may be able to actually do something to optimize chances for complete recovery. This depends on the type of stroke, and how quickly she gets seen by a physician. It may not be a stroke at all. It coud be a migraine or TIA. In any case she needs to be seen. Best wishes to you and her.
Answered 11/23/2014
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Maybe. See doc.: If this is an acute problem and she has never had it before she should have it evaluated urgently for stroke. However if her symptoms have been present for more than a few days and are not progressing, she should see her doc within a week or so.
Answered 11/28/2017
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