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Bilateral hand tingling and dizziness from ritalin (methylphenidate). could this be a sign of stroke?
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No: It is not the sign of a stroke.
Answered 8/31/2014
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FAST: The signs of stroke tend to be unilateral. Remember the mnemonic FAST: Facial drooping, Arm (single) numbness or weakness, Speech difficulties/slurring, Time to call 911. Since your symptoms are bilateral I would look for other reasons for them.
Answered 8/31/2014
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