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I have cervical stenosis . recently i have electric like jolts of pins and needles in arms , hands , legs and feet, when i look down . ?

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Dr. David Cohen answered

See below: You need to see a doctor and get evaluated and treated. The stenosis may be compressing your spinal cord. Seek medical attention !

Dr Weston agreed

Answered 1/26/2015

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A member asked:

I have cervical stenosis . recently i have electric like jolts of pins and needles in arms , hands , legs and feet, when i look down . ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Cohen answered

Dr Weston agreed

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