Question:
Problems with numbness and tingling in arms and legs??

after 1 yr post op(RNY). I have suddenly developed numbness and tingling in my left arm. After about 2 weeks the same symptoms went to both of my legs. It would start as soon as i start walking. I am currently seeing a neorologist, she is telling me that she thinks that this could be caused by nerve damaged from a B-12 defiecency,or some other spinal problems, which I am sceduled to go for a MRI to find if it is a spinal problem.Has anyone else out there experienced this or now of someone that has. Please, share any and all information, it would be helpful...... Thanks, Traci E.    — Traci E. (posted on September 11, 2002)

September 10, 2002
Traci, I am not a Doctor, but I was told by both my Surgeon and PCP that tingling in feet and legs, is a sign of low B-12 levels, I hope all your test prove nothing serious. You are doing the right thing by getting your Doctor's involved. Hugs
   — Jeri P.

September 10, 2002
I don't know about the legs, but when my potassium bottoms out (VERY, VERY, VERY, DANGEROUS) my hands first get numb. Then it goes into my arms, face, neck, and chest. But SO FAR it has ALWAYS started in my hands, then arms. It is my understanding that low potassium CAN lead to a heart attack. I'm not saying it's low potassium. You need to have a blood test. However, DO CHECK IT OUT AND SOON.
   — Danmark