Hello.
Thank you for posting your query at DoctorSpring.com
I have noted your symptoms and would like to reassure you that they are not suggestive of any serious neurological illness such as PD, ALS or MS.
I would like you to get examined by a neurologist in detail to find out if you have any focal neurological deficits. Then, you should undergo investigations such as MRI brain to make sure it is normal.
In addition, blood tests such as vitamin B12 level, vitamin D level, thyroid profile, haemoglobin level, should also be checked.
I hope it helps.
Best wishes,
Dr. Sudhir Kumar MD (Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist,
Patient replied :
Thank you for your feedback. I have left a message with my neurologist and I am awaiting a call back. After asking my question last night, and this morning, I felt like I had a tingling in my right foot. A couple months ago I was having some mild numbness on the pad side of my hand nearest the thumbs as well (though I attributed it to carpal tunnel pains from using the computer all day). An ergonomic mat seemed to have helped resolve that. But after my foot it got me thinking maybe they are related. I have been more aware of my own behavior too and I feel like i may have some dysphasia. I do not know if I am just looking for problems now and maybe the stress is affecting me.
Thank you for getting back.
I have noted your newly listed symptoms and they are suggestive of mild peripheral neuropathy (due to involvement of nerves in the skin of hand and foot). They are often due to mechanical compression and are not serious. They would get better with rest and relaxation and avoiding pressure on the affected areas.
Best wishes,
Dr. Sudhir Kumar MD (Medicine), DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Patient replied :
I was able to make a follow-up appointment with my neurologist on 8/4. The tingling sensation has resolved so now I will just have to battle the persistant lightheaded feeling til my visit. Hopefully it is nothing serious. I will try to keep in mind that you do not think I have to worry about ms, ALS, brain tumor, etc. thanks.
Thank you for getting back.
It is good to note that you are better now and were able to follow up with your neurologist.
I would be pleased to be of help in future too.
Best wishes,
Dr. Sudhir Kumar MD (Medicine), DM (Neurology),
Senior Consultant Neurologist.