I am 40yrs old. I feel numbness in my whole body...

What is the treatment for numbness

The treatment is done through a full medical examination, as it is necessary to first control the level of vitamin D and B12 and treat anemia as it is one of the most important causes , as anemia is treated with iron tablets, and in the event that the level of B12 is deficient, intramuscular injections of vitamin B12 complex are taken By an injection per week for 4 weeks, and in cases of vitamin D deficiency, vitamin D capsules are taken at a rate of 1000 units per day, and CARBAMAZEPINE can be used once a day for two weeks in principle, but this drug needs a prescription before dispensing it to treat numbness in the limbs,
With the need to check on the health of the thyroid gland and treatment if there are hormone disturbances. Besides, avoid standing and working for long hours to maintain a comfortable body, exercise and take physiotherapy sessions and massages to strengthen the body's muscles, wear spacious and comfortable medical shoes,  eat a healthy, varied diet rich in vitamins

How is the diagnosis made

It is done through a complete clinical examination in addition to a complete blood test to check for anemia, blood sugar testing because diabetes itself causes numbness in the feet especially, a vitamin B12 test, an EMG in the foot  for problems with nerve infections

What are the causes of numbness

• Physical and muscle fatigue
• Standing and working for a long time
• Anemia
• Diabetes
• Vitamin B12 deficiency
• Vitamin D deficiency
• Inflammation of the nerves
• An injury to a specific location of the body

advice

We recommend following up with a neurologist to conduct the necessary tests and take appropriate treatment