Abnormality in the left side of the body

[hany07]

Hi, I've been experiencing a tingling sensation in my left arm and leg. It started with a sever headache on the the left side of my head. Then a tingling sensation on my left arm and leg which lasted for barely 6 weeks now. And now, I am experiencing a feeling of thickening on my left cheek like there's a pressure from behind my left cheek.

I am getting worried as the days go by. I just wonder what these conditions are. Am i sick?


Hanna

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
How are you? If the tingling has been happening for 6 weeks already, it is best that you have this evaluated by your doctor for proper management. Aside from repetitive-stress motion disorder, neurological, circulatory or muscle-related conditions can be responsible also. Diagnostic tests including blood tests for your complete blood count, electrolyte level, thyroid function tests, and imaging tests  (CT scan, X-ray of the affected area, ultrasound of neck vessels to determine your risk for TIA or stroke, vascular ultrasound),  electromyography and nerve conduction studies to measure how your muscles respond to nerve stimulation may be done.Take care and do keep us posted.

[Londres70]

PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.  I would not even begin to guess what is wrong with you.  Six weeks is definitely TOO LONG to wait to seek help.

[khassounah]

Hello,

There are multiple possible causes for continuous tingling that is not pressure related, many of which are serious conditions that should be examined by a physician very quickly.

To put things in perspective, stroke is one of those possible conditions and you really should see your doctors as soon as possible.

best
k