Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Causes Numbness In And Pins And Needles In Body After Quitting Smoking?
Question: Im 29 overweight and i have quit smoking two months ago and now i am experiencing numbness in my left and it also gives me pins and needles. There is no pain and it comes and goes for the past week. I had a c section 9 months ago, and had some loss of feeling in my right leg.
it didnt state that im getting numbness in my left leg and foot.
it didnt state that im getting numbness in my left leg and foot.
Brief Answer:
To rule out prolapsed intervetebral disc
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Ms,
Numbness and pins sensation suggest compression of the nerve root supplying that region of foot.
The site of compression is most likely to be the Lumbar spine, possibility of prolapsed intervertebral disc strongly needs to be considered and ruled out.
Being over weight is another risk factor for development of this prolapse.
I would advise you the following
1. Assessment by Neurologist and Spine Surgeon
2. MRI spine in consultation with Physician
In the meantime, I would suggest you to take absolute bed rest. Intake Of Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamine ) and Pregabaline will be helpful.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
To rule out prolapsed intervetebral disc
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Ms,
Numbness and pins sensation suggest compression of the nerve root supplying that region of foot.
The site of compression is most likely to be the Lumbar spine, possibility of prolapsed intervertebral disc strongly needs to be considered and ruled out.
Being over weight is another risk factor for development of this prolapse.
I would advise you the following
1. Assessment by Neurologist and Spine Surgeon
2. MRI spine in consultation with Physician
In the meantime, I would suggest you to take absolute bed rest. Intake Of Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamine ) and Pregabaline will be helpful.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
