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What Causes Numbness And Chillness In The Leg And Tingling At The Side Of Face?
I have been having numbness and a feeling like ice water is poured down my right leg for a long time now. Also, I have a numb tingling feeling on the right side of my face. I have A-fib also. I have fallen several times and the last tiem I fell, I hit the side of the tub. I am 67
Mon, 19 Jan 2015
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.
1. It seems you are having peripheral neuropathy.
2. The loss of balance is due to loss of feeling in the legs.
3. Vit B12 deficiency is common cause for peripheral neuropathy. You need to take vit B12 supplements.
4. Also good foot wear to avoid any damage to legs, should be worn at all times. Try to use walking stick to avoid falls and loss of balance.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Thanks for asking.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.
1. It seems you are having peripheral neuropathy.
2. The loss of balance is due to loss of feeling in the legs.
3. Vit B12 deficiency is common cause for peripheral neuropathy. You need to take vit B12 supplements.
4. Also good foot wear to avoid any damage to legs, should be worn at all times. Try to use walking stick to avoid falls and loss of balance.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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