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Uday

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uday81601
uday81601

I have pins and needles all over the body numbness in both arms and legs for the last three weeks can anyone help or advise of these symptoms. My left foot is constantly cold. Three years ago I had a spinal operation on my disc L5S1.

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  • Laura3333
    Laura3333 uday81601

    Posted

    Hi Uday, You really need to see your doctor to rule out any neck problems.

    What surgery did you have? It's unlikely that surgery in your lower back would affect your arms. Try not to worry too much, but get an appointment with your doctor as soon as you can.

  • CHICO_MARX
    CHICO_MARX uday81601

    Posted

    I'd head on back to my neurosurgeon...ASAP!!!  A CT/Myelogram with contrast is the "gold standard" test for any spinal issues.  Waaaaay better than an MRI.  I'd see the doc and get one done.

  • Reddave8
    Reddave8 uday81601

    Posted

    HI Uday,

    I'm sorry to read of your suffering, I had decompression surgery on my L5S1 in November 2014 which worked but I was told it wasn't a permanent fix and would possibly require further surgery about 5 years from then. Since the last 6 months I have also been feeling pins and needles in my hands , making it very difficult to hold things as my sense of touch is also affected. 

    I have since been diagnosed as suffering spinal stenosis in my lumbar region but, I have also been made aware that my growth gland has somehow reactivated, so I'm suggesting that you may benefit from asking your GP if you can get a fasting blood test to check if yours is doing likewise.

    I hope this is helpful to you.

    regards Dave

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