I am experiencing occasional tingling in my fingers and legs. What could be the cause of this?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am a 39-year-old female office worker. Currently, I am on work from home status. I am experiencing occasional tingling in my fingers and legs. What could be the cause of this? I have taken Statin medicine last January for around three months due to an elevated level of cholesterol. But, I discontinued as advised by our office or company physician as my cholesterol levels are within the normal range. However, my last lab test showed the following results:

FBS 5.10.

Cholesterol 5.46.

Triglyceride 1.02.

HDL 1.62 and LDL 3.1.

With this, should I resume taking Statin? If so, how frequently? My previous prescription is daily at 10 mcg.

Also, is it safe for me to take Vitamin B complex supplements?

Thank you very much.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Tingling sensation suggests neuropathy. We need to find its cause and treat it. For now, Vitamin B12 will be more preferred over the Vitamin B complex. Your cholesterol is slightly elevated. You can try dietary restriction and exercise. If cholesterol still remains high, you can start Atorvastatin 10 mg before sleep daily.