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What Can Cause Numbness And Tingling In The Legs And Thighs?

Ok. My husband has been complaining about numbness and tingling in both legs, upper thighs, mostly in the front of his body. It comes in the late afternoon after he is off of work (office setting) and standing talking to me or standing doing something else, and it can last for hours at a time
Tue, 29 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have numbness and tingling in the legs and thighs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like abnormal levels of vitamin B12 or other vitamins, potassium, calcium, or sodium , poor blood supply to the affected area , herniated disk in your spine , pressure on your nerves diabetes or transient ischemic attack , cervical problem or stress . I would suggest you to put your hand and legs in hot water tun with epsom salt for 15 minutes daily , drink plenty if water , eat healthy and do light exercise . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination rule out any psychological problem and treatment . Doctor may recommend physical therapy along with vitamin supplement . If your are experiencing dizziness , shortness of breath or weakness along with numbness and tingling in legs then your should go to emergency .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Can Cause Numbness And Tingling In The Legs And Thighs?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have numbness and tingling in the legs and thighs . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like abnormal levels of vitamin B12 or other vitamins, potassium, calcium, or sodium , poor blood supply to the affected area , herniated disk in your spine , pressure on your nerves diabetes or transient ischemic attack , cervical problem or stress . I would suggest you to put your hand and legs in hot water tun with epsom salt for 15 minutes daily , drink plenty if water , eat healthy and do light exercise . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination rule out any psychological problem and treatment . Doctor may recommend physical therapy along with vitamin supplement . If your are experiencing dizziness , shortness of breath or weakness along with numbness and tingling in legs then your should go to emergency . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari