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What Causes Dizziness, Fatigue And Numbness In Right Leg In An Elderly Person?

Hi, My mom who is 78, but otherwise in good health got home from the zoo and was somewhat dizzy, fatigued and her right leg is numb and not responding like she thinks it should.My brother also said she was unusually talkative on the ride home.Should I be worried or is she just fatigued from the day?
Tue, 8 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have dizziness, fatigue and numbness in right leg in an elderly person . 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 . I would suggest you to put your 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 and treatment . Doctor may prescribe anti inflammatory along with nerve supplement and recommend physical therapy . Doctor may also recommend surgery in severe nerve damage . 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 Causes Dizziness, Fatigue And Numbness In Right Leg In An Elderly Person?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have dizziness, fatigue and numbness in right leg in an elderly person . 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 . I would suggest you to put your 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 and treatment . Doctor may prescribe anti inflammatory along with nerve supplement and recommend physical therapy . Doctor may also recommend surgery in severe nerve damage . 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