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What Causes Numbness In Arms, Legs, Shoulders And Metallic Taste In Mouth?

I had this strange thing happen to me the other night. numbness in both of my arms and legs, then they felt really heavy. both arms, shoulders and legs and my neck felt heavy too. also, had a metal taste in my throat? Any ideas. the feeling subsided after a couple of hours.
Thu, 7 Feb 2019
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hi,

If you are a woman in the 40+ age group, these could be premenopausal symptoms.

If not, then consult a neurologist as well.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nirmal Chander Gupta, Orthopaedic Surgeon
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What Causes Numbness In Arms, Legs, Shoulders And Metallic Taste In Mouth?

Hi, If you are a woman in the 40+ age group, these could be premenopausal symptoms. If not, then consult a neurologist as well. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nirmal Chander Gupta, Orthopaedic Surgeon