Hello, just after a bit of knowledge please.
Quick overview on situ; a few weeks ago I developed pins and needles in my feet, which spread upwards, resulting in extreme numbness in feet and lower legs, saddle anesthesia, reduced sensation (couldn’t differentiate between hot and cold water on feet) and a feeling in my feet like my toes were curling in under. Feet/legs felt like electric current were running through them constantly.
GP Immediately referred me to hospital, saw Duty Orthopaedic who done pin prick tests etc, and referred for a scan, as believed it was herniated disc.
MRI scan of lower back completed, nothing found, disc problems/Cauda Equine Syndrome ruled out, however the orthopaedic GP was very concerned, and banded MS about in the conversation, more than once. I wax then referred for an urgent MRI scan to brain/neck and also a defused weighted brain scan completed. Awaiting results.
The total numbness has now reduced in the feet and legs, however I still have a constant tingling feeling on the soles of both feet, ‘electric shock’ sensation shooting up my legs, and pins and needles after I walk a distance/run up the stairs/drive. If I tap my legs, the feeling intensifies.
Has anyone else ever experienced this, and could this be a symptom of MS? The fact that the Orthopaedic GP was so concerned and flagged my case as urgent has got me a bit nervous!
Just someone to discuss this with would be good, if possible. Thanks.