I am 41 year old female sudden onsets of numbness on my left side of my face. when severe it is also scalp and left flank. rarely but sometimes even my left upper leg. it becomes tingly and burns. the only other issue i have has been low potassium. ?

Low potassium numb: Patients with low potassium (K) can have numbness and muscle spasms. But usually not I only one side. You need to find out what is causing lo K. Recommend you go to hyperaldosteronism@yahoogroups.com and tell them your story. They can help figure out what the problem is. In the meantime check with your Dr about the DASH eating plan which is a high K , low salt diet. Many times will correct lo K