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Undiagnosed Symptoms (Expert Forum)
dizzinesswithnumbness
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
KevinMD.com
Questions in the Undiagnosed Symptoms forum are answered by Dr. Kevin Pho. Topics covered include , breathing difficulties, feeling cold, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, fever, indigestion, itching, nausea, numbness, pain (chronic), paralysis, rash, sweating, swelling, urination problems, and vomiting.
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Pho, MD, Sep 24, 2009 06:42AM
, Sep 24, 2009 06:42AM
Difficult to say without evaluation. The blood pressure is indeed stable, but numbness and dizziness can be indicative of a neurologic cause.
Obtaining blood electrolyte tests and a blood count would be a good start, along with testing for the thyroid.
Nerve conduction studies to look for carpal tunnel can be done, and if the dizziness continues, you can pursue head imaging.
These options can be discussed with a neurologist.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin Pho, M.D.
KevinMD.com
Twitter.com/kevinmd
Obtaining blood electrolyte tests and a blood count would be a good start, along with testing for the thyroid.
Nerve conduction studies to look for carpal tunnel can be done, and if the dizziness continues, you can pursue head imaging.
These options can be discussed with a neurologist.
This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
Kevin Pho, M.D.
KevinMD.com
Twitter.com/kevinmd
