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What Causes Tingling Sensation On Tongue And Lips?

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Posted on Wed, 24 Dec 2014
Question: hi I am getting pin and niddle in tonge and lip
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Answered by Dr. Prakash H Muddegowda (27 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
B12 deficiency, neuropathy additionally

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.

It seems to be secondary to diabetes mellitus along with vitamin deficiencies.

Control of blood sugar within normal range is essential to avoid further neuropathy.
Vitamin supplements specifically B-12 with alpha lipoic acid will be beneficial..
Take supplements at least for a month with control of blood sugar in normal range is essential.

Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.

Dr. Prakash HM
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Dr. Prakash H Muddegowda

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What Causes Tingling Sensation On Tongue And Lips?

Brief Answer: B12 deficiency, neuropathy additionally Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for asking. I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query. It seems to be secondary to diabetes mellitus along with vitamin deficiencies. Control of blood sugar within normal range is essential to avoid further neuropathy. Vitamin supplements specifically B-12 with alpha lipoic acid will be beneficial.. Take supplements at least for a month with control of blood sugar in normal range is essential. Hope it helps. Any further queries, happy to help again. Dr. Prakash HM