What Causes Severe Tingling Sensation In The Calves?

Posted on Wed, 3 May 2017

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Wed, 3 May 2017 Answered on

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Question : tingling in my calves, sometimes leading to pain

Answered by Dr. Ajay Panwar (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please tell some details.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for being on healthcaremagic.com.
I am Dr.Ajay Panwar,a neurologist, here to answer your query.

I would like to know some details in order to answer this query well-
1)Since when are you having these symptoms?
2)Do you have any known disease-Diabetes, Thyroid disorder or other illness?
3)Do you have any addictions-alcohol intake?
4)Does your symptoms relate to anxiety?

I shall be glad to have you in follow-up with details so that I can answer this well further.

Regards
Dr.Ajay Panwar,
MD,DM(Neurology)

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Ajay Panwar (53 minutes later)

I've been having these sensations about 3-4 weeks. Usually come on in evening while watching t.v., thought it was the soft couch I was sitting on but have tried different chairs, doesn't matter. Tends to get worse as time goes on, often keeps me from falling asleep. I noticed this week also experienced mild symptoms during the day. My health history includes high blood pressure and thyroid disease, both controlled by medication. No addictions, 2-3 glasses wine (3 oz.) per week. Not related to anxiety or stress. I've been on Prozac for depression/anxiety for many years.

Answered by Dr. Ajay Panwar (15 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Neurological examination.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for being in follow-up.

Neurological examination can actually reveal if there is any nerve issues involved or not.If suspected,Nerve conduction studies of lower limbs can be done to see for any evidence of neuropathy.

Clonazepam and pregabalin can help to provide symptomatic relief for now.However, MEDICINES MUST BE TAKEN UNDER A DOCTOR'S GUIDANCE ONLY.

Hope that helps.If you have any further questions,I shall be glad to have you in follow-up.

Regards
Dr.Ajay Panwar,
MD,DM(Neurology)

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