[50F] Experiencing tingling in extremities with intermittent weakness

What might be happening

Based on the information you've provided, possible causes for your symptoms include:

• Peripheral Neuropathy: This condition results from damage to your peripheral nerves, which often causes weakness, numbness, and pain, usually in your hands and feet. It can also affect other areas of your body. Peripheral neuropathy can result from traumatic injuries, infections, metabolic problems, inherited causes, and exposure to toxins.

  • Treatment usually involves managing the condition causing your neuropathy. In some cases, over-the-counter pain relievers can help. If you have diabetes, managing it can help control symptoms.

• Multiple Sclerosis (MS): This is a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). Symptoms can include fatigue, difficulty walking, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness, and problems with coordination and balance.

  • There's no cure for multiple sclerosis. However, treatments can help speed recovery from attacks, modify the course of the disease, and manage symptoms.

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: This condition causes numbness, tingling, and other symptoms in the hand and arm. Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by a compressed nerve in the carpal tunnel, a narrow passageway on the palm side of your wrist.

  • Nonsurgical treatments for carpal tunnel syndrome include wrist splinting, medications, and nerve gliding exercises.

Please note that these are just possibilities and not a definitive diagnosis. You should seek care from a healthcare professional to receive a formal diagnosis and treatment if appropriate.

What you can do

1. Try to rest the affected area and avoid any activities that make your symptoms worse.
2. Over-the-counter pain relievers may help ease discomfort.
3. If you're experiencing a lot of discomfort, a warm bath or heating pad can help soothe stiff and sore muscles.
4. Regular physical activity can help keep your nerves healthy.

What you should look out for

Reasons to see a doctor more urgently:

• If your symptoms are progressing rapidly
• If you develop additional symptoms such as severe pain, weakness, or difficulty walking
• If you have difficulty controlling your bladder or bowels
• If you experience changes in your vision or speech

Remember, this advice is intended to be general in nature, and specific causes may not apply to your situation. Always consult with a healthcare provider for appropriate examination, testing, and care recommendations.