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I have a numbness in my left foot and a mild numbness in my left leg. what could this be related to? i woke up with pins and needles in my foot .

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Back problem: It could be due to a back problem with pressure on the nerve called a ridiculopathy., .

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Answered 4/26/2020

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Dr. Eugene Batelli answered

Nerve: See a physician immediately. Can be sciatica, herniated disc, etc... You need an MRI and an emg/ncv.

Answered 5/3/2018

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A member asked:

I have a numbness in my left foot and a mild numbness in my left leg. what could this be related to? i woke up with pins and needles in my foot .

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Dr Chuu agreed

Dr. Eugene Batelli answered

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