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I was diagnosed with syringomyelia and i my whole left leg is numb because of it. suddenly in seconds today my leg went completely weak and i cant move it at all. is that bad?

Q: i was diagnosed with syringomyelia and i my whole left leg is numb because of it. suddenly in seconds today my leg went completely weak and i cant move it at all. is that bad?

: If your left leg is truly paralyzed, and you have never suffered such issues, this is best considered a medical emergency, and urge you to be seen at an urgent care center or Emergency Room ASAP.

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If your left leg is truly paralyzed, and you have never suffered such issues, this is best considered a medical emergency, and urge you to be seen at an urgent care center or Emergency Room ASAP.

Answered 7/12/2023

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A member asked:

I was diagnosed with syringomyelia and i my whole left leg is numb because of it. suddenly in seconds today my leg went completely weak and i cant move it at all. is that bad?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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