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What Causes Tingling Sensation In Lower Legs?
Question: In the past few days I've started getting a tingling feeling in the lower part of my legs it seems like a sudden surge of blood flow then stops it last for man out 2 seconds. Never had this before what is it? XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Parasthesia
Detailed Answer:
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I appreciate your concern
Numbness or tingling of the legs is usually due to conditions that affect the nerves and/or blood vessels that supply the lower limbs. They are referred to as paresthesia which can be an occasional phenomenon related to altered blood flow due to cold , change in posture, prolong standing , sitting or anxiety which may resolve on its own. If it persists then other causes need to be assessed as a number of conditions can present as such. B 12 , calcium and thyroid deficiencies can cause such parasthesias. Diabetic neuropathy and Multiple sclerosis can also have a similar symptom set. Alcoholism, muscular strain and electrolyte imbalance other than calcium including sodium and potassium can also be the cause. Your G.P can prescribe B1,6, 12 and calcium/vitamin D supplementation if your levels are low and there is typical presentation. A neurologist opinion should be sought if that is not the case.
Wishing you best of health
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Parasthesia
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
Numbness or tingling of the legs is usually due to conditions that affect the nerves and/or blood vessels that supply the lower limbs. They are referred to as paresthesia which can be an occasional phenomenon related to altered blood flow due to cold , change in posture, prolong standing , sitting or anxiety which may resolve on its own. If it persists then other causes need to be assessed as a number of conditions can present as such. B 12 , calcium and thyroid deficiencies can cause such parasthesias. Diabetic neuropathy and Multiple sclerosis can also have a similar symptom set. Alcoholism, muscular strain and electrolyte imbalance other than calcium including sodium and potassium can also be the cause. Your G.P can prescribe B1,6, 12 and calcium/vitamin D supplementation if your levels are low and there is typical presentation. A neurologist opinion should be sought if that is not the case.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.
For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107
Dr. M.S. Khalil
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