The damage of one or more nerves in the body is called neuropathy. Neuropathy commonly results in tingling, numbness, and muscle weakness in the affected areas. Diabetes, injury, autoimmune disorders, certain medications, blood vessel disorders, vitamin deficiencies, and hypothyroidism are some of the common causes of neuropathy.
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What is the reason for acute lower back pain aggravates on sitting?
Query: Hello doctor, I am experiencing acute pain on the left side of the lower back since last night. Suddenly, I was unable to bend forward at all and started feeling extreme pain while sitting. The pain is radiating from the lower back to the left hip. Even after 12 hours, the pain has not reduced a bi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. I generally have seen many cases like this at my clinic. I advise them rest, analgesics, anti-inflammatory tablets, and ice pack till the symptoms reduce to some extent. Then I get an x-ray and if necessary ... Read Full »
Will topical application of liniment containing Aristolochiae likely to cause any harm?
Query: Hello doctor, I practiced Tae Kwon Do in the 80s and used Chinese liniment externally for sprains, muscle aches, etc. Later, the same liniment is used quite successfully to ease the neuropathy pains in my feet, allowing me to sleep well. I am making the same liniment for myself now since its origin... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you told Aristolochic acid present in the plant is dangerous when we administer internally (orally or injection). When we take the plant for the long term, definitely it will hurt the kidney (nephropathy). One thing we need to understand that in traditional herbal... Read Full »
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