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What Causes Numbness And Weakness In The Arms?

I m an RN trying to sort out my symptoms. I have a known degen disc at C5/7 and also shoulder probs that will soon lead to replace (L before R). I m having numbness and weakness down both arms esp when doing sewing, reading the paper and using the LP. Who do I consult with first?
Fri, 16 Feb 2018
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Hi

Welcome to HealthcareMagic

All these symptoms are due to disc problems. You should see the neurologist first. Till the time you can take tab Neurokind G having Methylcobalamin plus Gabapentin .

If you have any further query then you can come back to HealthcareMagic! I will definitely help you and guide you appropriately .

With Regards
Dr Varinder Joshi

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What Causes Numbness And Weakness In The Arms?

Hi Welcome to HealthcareMagic All these symptoms are due to disc problems. You should see the neurologist first. Till the time you can take tab Neurokind G having Methylcobalamin plus Gabapentin . If you have any further query then you can come back to HealthcareMagic! I will definitely help you and guide you appropriately . With Regards Dr Varinder Joshi