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How To Treat Constant Fatigue, Numb Feet And Lightheadedness?
Yah I have been feeling very fatigued, when I get up from sitting down I get light headed. I have no energy to clean or want to do anything, at times both my feet and hands get numb but not all the time. I have rhumetoid arthritis I have had it since I was 26yrs and I am 48yrs and suggestions please?
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Hi,
It doesn't seem to be due to rheumatoid flare at the moment but immuno-suppressive therapy given for RA may cause folic acid deficiencies which may present like this. Also steroid induced myopathy should be ruled out as well. Get replacement of micro-nutrients and if symptoms persist rheumatologist review may be needed.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
It doesn't seem to be due to rheumatoid flare at the moment but immuno-suppressive therapy given for RA may cause folic acid deficiencies which may present like this. Also steroid induced myopathy should be ruled out as well. Get replacement of micro-nutrients and if symptoms persist rheumatologist review may be needed.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
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