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Is Having Pins And Needles On Right Leg A Serious Condition?
I have pins and needles on my right leg this morning, I have seen a doctor yesterday and have been advised to rest. I have been booked Friday morning for an x-ray on hernia. Is this serious condition what I am experiencing? or I have nothing to be concerned about.
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Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.
Presence of pins and needles in any area over the body indicates a pinched nerve supplying that particular area. It might be transient and may resolve spontaneously. If it is persisting, then a detailed evaluation is necessary to rule out any major nerve problem.
Nerve conduction studies and MRI scan of the lumbar spine are necessary to establish a correct diagnosis.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
Presence of pins and needles in any area over the body indicates a pinched nerve supplying that particular area. It might be transient and may resolve spontaneously. If it is persisting, then a detailed evaluation is necessary to rule out any major nerve problem.
Nerve conduction studies and MRI scan of the lumbar spine are necessary to establish a correct diagnosis.
Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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