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Have Leukemia. Fingers And Feet Go Numb. What To Do?
Question: my nice has leukemia her fingers and feet are going num, is this normal the doctor we are using said yes, we ask for second opp she said threr was no need , sorry for miss spelled words.
Brief Answer:
Yes.this is normal in leukemia.Supplement vitamins
Detailed Answer:
Hi, Thanks for using XXXXXXX
Yes, this is one of the associated symptoms that usually present with leukemia. No need to worry specifically for that.
The main reason for numbness is vitamin deficiency as due to leukemia the vitamins have been used by cancer cells for its growth and division. This might have caused neuropathy or due to variation in nutrient supply to periphery.
So supplement her with B complex capsules containing B6 (Pyridoxine) and B12 (Methyl Cobalamine). Keep her extremities warm. Give her plenty of fluids, fruits and vegetables along with her other medications.
If this persists you can discuss with your doctor to start with neuroprotective drugs like pregabalin.
Hope this helps you.
Wish your niece and your family a very good health.
Regards
Yes.this is normal in leukemia.Supplement vitamins
Detailed Answer:
Hi, Thanks for using XXXXXXX
Yes, this is one of the associated symptoms that usually present with leukemia. No need to worry specifically for that.
The main reason for numbness is vitamin deficiency as due to leukemia the vitamins have been used by cancer cells for its growth and division. This might have caused neuropathy or due to variation in nutrient supply to periphery.
So supplement her with B complex capsules containing B6 (Pyridoxine) and B12 (Methyl Cobalamine). Keep her extremities warm. Give her plenty of fluids, fruits and vegetables along with her other medications.
If this persists you can discuss with your doctor to start with neuroprotective drugs like pregabalin.
Hope this helps you.
Wish your niece and your family a very good health.
Regards
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