Nerve weakness is the result of a damaged or destroyed nerve cell or neuron. The associated pain is often described to be stabbing, pricking, stinging, burning, and tingling in nature. It is referred to as neuropathic pain. Diabetes, multiple sclerosis, pancreatic cancer, trauma, shingles, vitamin B deficiency, spinal arthritis, etc., are some causes. A healthy nervous system can be achieved by eating a healthy diet rich in calcium, potassium, and vitamin B12. Exercise, yoga, and stretching can strengthen the nervous system.
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I have tightness on my left side of my body and feel difficulty while swallowing. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having crazy, unexplained symptoms for over a year, such as weakness and tightness in my left arm, side of neck, and face choking gagging sensation, and feeling like my body is crashing from not eating. But the difficulty in swallowing is the worst one. I have been through ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your records and history (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Your pain symptoms seem related to gastric issues or neuromuscular involvement due to vitamin B12 deficiency. It might be related to myelosuppression due to compromised nut... Read Full »