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What Causes Persistent Numbness In The Right Hand And Fatigue While On Citalopram?

I have been on citalopram FOR SEVERAL MONTHS BUT IT DOESN T SEEM TO HELP, I AM STILL VERY ANXIOUS. I SLEEP SOMETIMES HALF THE Day which is very unusual for me. and i m very fatigued all the time. I have ALSO HAD NUMBNESS IN MY RIGHT HAND CONSTANT. ANY SUGGESTIONS.
Wed, 30 Jan 2019
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Hello,

It is not related to citalopram. Consult a physician and get evaluated. We have to rule out possible causes like peripheral neuropathy.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Persistent Numbness In The Right Hand And Fatigue While On Citalopram?

Hello, It is not related to citalopram. Consult a physician and get evaluated. We have to rule out possible causes like peripheral neuropathy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician