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What Causes Numbness In The Left Knee?

Hi, I did have numbness in my left knee, I have numbness in my feet when I wake up, sometimes the end of me fingers are numb when I wake up. Now I have numbness across all my left hand knuckles. I feel that the numbness is going through all the ends of my bones.. I have a real sore elbow as well..
Tue, 20 Jun 2017
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Hello,

Your symptoms are suggestive of spinal nerve compression.

• How old are you?
• What are your height and weight?
• Do you smoke or consume alcohol?
• Have you any injuries to your spine? Any surgeries?
• Do you have any other medical issues or take any medications?

I recommend:
• A physician consult, neurologist opinion
• MRI of the spine
• Blood tests (complete blood count, blood glucose levels, lipid profile, liver and kidney function tests)

Based on these, a diagnosis can be made. Monitor triggering events (sitting too long, or lying down on a particular side, for instance). Avoid sitting too for more than a half hour at a stretch. Gentle walking helps to improve circulation. Please consult your doctor before doing anything more intense.

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

Regards,
Dr. Shuba Hariprasad
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What Causes Numbness In The Left Knee?

Hello, Your symptoms are suggestive of spinal nerve compression. • How old are you? • What are your height and weight? • Do you smoke or consume alcohol? • Have you any injuries to your spine? Any surgeries? • Do you have any other medical issues or take any medications? I recommend: • A physician consult, neurologist opinion • MRI of the spine • Blood tests (complete blood count, blood glucose levels, lipid profile, liver and kidney function tests) Based on these, a diagnosis can be made. Monitor triggering events (sitting too long, or lying down on a particular side, for instance). Avoid sitting too for more than a half hour at a stretch. Gentle walking helps to improve circulation. Please consult your doctor before doing anything more intense. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shuba Hariprasad