Tingling in my back

[texasgirl150]

I am now having a tingling-not zapping-sensation in my upper back when I bend my head forward?

I posted the full list if symptoms yesterday. Shall I add this to the list for when I see the neuro on Thursday?

[figuerpa]

Since you already know about l'hermittes I will just wish you well on your surgery. I had my gallbladder out in 04 and it was and easy recovery for me. I hurt but at least it is laser now instead of a big cut like they use to do, and you will feel a whole lot better. :)

Take Care,
Paula

[sadie405]

texasgirl,

I hear you on limboland!

And you know, since you *are* sick, maybe it's good that you have such a clear-cut symptom to give your neuro, even though I know it's an awful sensation.

[texasgirl150]

Ok. I thought of that but thought that was inky when there is a zapping or shocking sensation. It is a strange feeling and I do not like it.

I will be ok and much calmer when I KNOW what is causing everything. I educate myself and start figuring out how to live with IT.

Limboland stinks!!!!

Thank you all for answering my many questions. I feel like I'm going crazy sometimes and now the whole gallbladder surgery coming up, agh! It is s scheduled for 11/15.

I am rambling. Thanks again!

[drsdonthelp]

can this occur on an all day basis, or at certain times in the day ( like first thing in the morning) I have  that exact pain when I first get up.

[RedFlame]

definagely report this to your neuro.  Red

[jensequitur]

Yup, usually indicates a problem (lesion) in the cervical cord.

See if the neuro will order a cervical spine MRI for you.  3T or better!

I've been getting a similar problem, but as far as I know, I don't have any neck lesions.  However, I do have some lesions in my upper cord, and I get a buzzing in that area when I bend my neck a certain way.  Maybe I'm putting pressure on that area in some way.

[JemmAus]

That sounds like ....umm.......oh no, brain fog time.........umm......an MS symptom called............ummm........I'll get back to you.....


GOT IT!

L'hermittes

L'Hermitte's sign describes electrical buzzing sensations in the limbs and body brought on by movement of the neck. These sensations are known as paraesthesia and include tingling, buzzing, electrical shocks, partial numbness and sharp pains. L'Hermitte's is most often triggered by lowering the head so that the chin touches the chest. The sensations usually only last for a second or two. It has been called the "barber shop" symptom because it is often evoked when the hairdresser asks you to lower your head when he or she shaves the back of your neck.


Yes, tell the neuro!