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Why do I have numbness in my knee?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 44-year-old. For the last month, I have had problems with my legs, especially my left leg, when I get out of my bed or chair and start walking, the portion below the knee becomes numb. Sometimes it happens in the right leg as well, but most of the time in my left leg. I want to know the reason behind it and how to solve this issue.

Answered by Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan is an orthopedic and spine specialist with expertise in trauma care, joint problems, and spinal disorders. He is trained in advanced orthopedic procedures and spine surgeries, focusing on restoring mobility and improving quality of life. Dr. Mohan is also experienced in family medicine, offering holistic care to patients with both acute and chronic health concerns.

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Hello,

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It can happen due to nerve compression in the spine or below that. Also, it can be due to vitamin B12 and calcium deficiency. So you need to get investigated properly, with vitamin testing and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At January 15, 2018
Reviewed At April 18, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan is an orthopedic and spine specialist with expertise in trauma care, joint problems, and spinal disorders. He is trained in advanced orthopedic procedures and spine surgeries, focusing on restoring mobility and improving quality of life. Dr. Mohan is also experienced in family medicine, offering holistic care to patients with both acute and chronic health concerns.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan is an orthopedic and spine specialist with expertise in trauma care, joint problems, and spinal disorders. He is trained in advanced orthopedic procedures and spine surgeries, focusing on restoring mobility and improving quality of life. Dr. Mohan is also experienced in family medicine, offering holistic care to patients with both acute and chronic health concerns.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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