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I have pain in my right calf as well as numbness and slight weakness when the calf foot or ankle is touched i feel pins and needles like it s been asl?

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Dr. Joseph Newman answered

See a doctor: You might have a compressed nerve locally or higher and diagnostic tests can help pinpoint the cause. You want to address this as soon as possible.

Dr Inwood agreed

Answered 12/26/2013

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Numbness: This is always a sign for an exam and tests to determine the cause. See your neurologist.

Answered 5/24/2016

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A member asked:

I have pain in my right calf as well as numbness and slight weakness when the calf foot or ankle is touched i feel pins and needles like it s been asl?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Joseph Newman answered

Dr Inwood agreed

Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

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