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Constant numbness under my left kneecap and also outer side of left lower leg (around kneecap area extending down) for 9 days. neuro exam showed hyperreflexia all tendon groups, normal brain mri. referred to a neurologist. what are possible causes?
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Causes of numbness include nerve damage, nerve compression (either localized or at spine exit), demyelination syndromes, and several other neurological syndromes. A full neurological exam and specific nerve conduction studies may help to localize the problem. General antiinflammatories may also help in the short term.
Answered 2/21/2022
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