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What Causes Numbness And Tingling Sensation In The Left Cheek And Lips?
i am experiencing numbness and tingling in my left cheek and lips (primarily the lower lip). I have been having moments where there is shortness of breath, dizziness, confusion, blurred vision, loss of balance, thumping in my chest (feels like there s no air), extreme weakness and fatigue, tremors where my hands shake, and forgetfulness. I went to my Dr. when this first started the last week of Dec and he believes it to be results from anxiety. I am concerned this is not the right diagnosis, as it has continued for almost 2 months now. I don t want to spend thousands with loads of testing and would like some direction. I have been tested for ms, parkinsons and tumors. Any ideas? Thank you
Wed, 12 Dec 2018
Hello,
The symptoms you describe are typical of anxiety and the diagnosis is generally clinical (history and examination) and no extensive checks are needed.
Sometimes having a TSH to rule out thyroid problems might be a good idea as the thyroid is the hormone that affects our capacity to handle stress and if it is not functioning well we might be more prone to anxiety.
I would advise you to follow the instructions of your doctor related to the treatment of anxiety.
Anxiety may last for months to years and this all depends if the person follows the instructions of the medical provider and also if he takes counselling as a treatment for anxiety so it is best for you to follow the medical advise and have counselling as well.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
The symptoms you describe are typical of anxiety and the diagnosis is generally clinical (history and examination) and no extensive checks are needed.
Sometimes having a TSH to rule out thyroid problems might be a good idea as the thyroid is the hormone that affects our capacity to handle stress and if it is not functioning well we might be more prone to anxiety.
I would advise you to follow the instructions of your doctor related to the treatment of anxiety.
Anxiety may last for months to years and this all depends if the person follows the instructions of the medical provider and also if he takes counselling as a treatment for anxiety so it is best for you to follow the medical advise and have counselling as well.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician
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