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Is Tingling And Numbness In Hand And Cheek A Matter Of Concern?

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Posted on Wed, 26 Feb 2014
Question: My daughter has been suffering from a stomach virus with about 1 day of vomiting and 2 days of fever. She went back to school today and experience first tingling, then numbness in one hand, and later her cheeks. Any cause for concern?
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Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (29 minutes later)
Brief Answer: Dehydration Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query The most common cause for such tingling and numbness after a stomach infection is dehydration. The second cause could be a post viral syndrome. It is not a cause for concern if it has occurred once with spontaneous recovery. However if it occurs again and she also notices weakness of the hand/ arm then please approach your GP for a clinical examination. My suggestions are 1. Keep her well hydrated. let her drink atleast 5 glasses of water a day 2. Let her take multivitamin tablets for 15 days. 3. Check the body temperature twice a day to rule out fever I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me I wish you daughter good health Regards
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Is Tingling And Numbness In Hand And Cheek A Matter Of Concern?

Brief Answer: Dehydration Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query The most common cause for such tingling and numbness after a stomach infection is dehydration. The second cause could be a post viral syndrome. It is not a cause for concern if it has occurred once with spontaneous recovery. However if it occurs again and she also notices weakness of the hand/ arm then please approach your GP for a clinical examination. My suggestions are 1. Keep her well hydrated. let her drink atleast 5 glasses of water a day 2. Let her take multivitamin tablets for 15 days. 3. Check the body temperature twice a day to rule out fever I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me I wish you daughter good health Regards