Suggest Treatment For Tingling Sensation In The Legs

Posted on Mon, 23 Oct 2017

Question: Tingly in legs and hands and episodes/flares of extreme leg weakness. Im a pro athlete. Its been going on close to a year maybe longer. The flares seems to be getting progressivley worse. Im 22 and during the last flare i couldnt make it the 20ft from my couch to my bed .

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Get examined by a neurologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
The symptoms described by you may be due to episodic weakness due to channelopathy or muscle disease.
You need to get a CPK value tested.
Vitamin D, thyroid profile,potassium and ammonia should also be tested.
Visit to a neurologist for detailed examination and investigation.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (9 hours later)

Ive had several blood tests and been tested for lyme everything came back clear. I have an app wirh neuro at the end of october and just going stir crazy waiting for some sort of answer .

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (25 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Plan other investigations after neurologist appointment

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The possibility of muscle disease or channelopathy needs to be evaluated,
examination by a neurologist and investigations based on clinical findings is advisable.
Wait for neurologist appointment before getting any further investigations.
Regards
Dr N Kumar

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng