numbness when sleeping.

[sherabite]

Hi - my wife gets a numbness in her arm when sleeping. Usually OK rest of day. Also occaisionally she complians of fogginess in vision in right eye for brief period which goes away with blinking. Monthly cycles are irregular. She is a thyroid patient. Eye doctor said eyes are OK. And gyne test came out OK (full check up include culture test). Are these all related ?

Evaluating whether to go in for neuro.

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
Thanks for the update. Thyroid issues such as hypothyroidism is an uncommon cause of peripheral neuropathy or damage to the peripheral nerves supplying the arms and legs. Hypothyroidism can cause fluid retention resulting in swollen tissues that can exert pressure on peripheral nerves. The treatment is indeed directed at managing the underlying hypothyroidism and treating the resulting symptoms. Do keep us posted with the outcome. Take care and best regards.

[sherabite]

premininary diagnosis is a neuropathy potentially linked to thyroid (which is under control but may be under treated)

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How is you wife? Are there other symptoms present? Is there a family history of diabetes or hyper tension?  It is good that the eye doctor and gynecologist's s evaluation are fine. Numbness is usually associated with neurological issues. She may need to have this checked by her doctor for proper evaluation. Prescribed medications for her thyroid problem is highly recommended. Take care and do keep us posted.