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Male | 15

Why Did I Experience Severe Neck Pain and Muscle Weakness?

Hello Doctor, My name is Ayman. On December 25th, 2023, I suddenly experienced severe, unexplained pain in my neck. The pain quickly spread down my spinal cord, and I lost strength in my hands, making it impossible to move them. I began sweating profusely. Despite being weak, I managed to walk to the car, but my condition worsened on the way. I struggled to breathe, fainted, lost control of my legs, and my lips turned blue before arriving at the hospital. Once at the hospital, I was admitted to the RCU (Respiratory Care Unit) and intubated. Two weeks later, a tracheostomy was performed. During my 75 days in the RCU, I received the following treatments: 1. Plasmapheresis with 50 bottles of Albumin. 2. IVIG therapy (68 bottles). After 75 days, I graduated from the RCU. My recovery began slowly: • My hands started moving again, though they remained numb. • My legs also started moving, but they were extremely numb. I was prescribed Pregabalin 75 mg to help with the numbness in my legs. However, after taking the medication, my legs stopped working again. I was readmitted to the RCU for 3 days and remained under observation in the hospital for a total of 6 months. Eventually, my breathing improved, and I was discharged. I have been home for the past 6 months I can't stop and go This is my current health status. Thank you.

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Answered on 26th Dec '24

Symptoms such as extremely painful neck, myasthenia, and breathing difficulty could mean a problem with the neurologic or musculoskeletal system. Sometimes it takes a long time for a person to recover slowly in the post-period of invasive treatments like plasmapheresis and IVIG therapy. Make sure to keep following up with your neurologist for a check-up, especially for your adjustment of medication if necessary. They will be the ones to evaluate the decreased sensitivity and mobility in your bodily functions to get the right assistance.

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પુરુષ | 26

It seems like you are having problems with falling asleep at night. Some common signs of insomnia are difficulty in sleeping, feeling exhausted during the day, and not being interested in things. It can result from stress, a harmful lifestyle, or some other reasons. Try to keep your room dark, stay away from screens before sleeping, and come up with a relaxing bedtime routine that will help you sleep better.

Answered on 21st Nov '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Actually after sneezing after few seconds I am unable to stand and my body is not responding and I am not able to move my hands and legs.

Male | 20

You might have something we call a vasovagal syncope. Some of your blood flow may change for a short time when you sneeze this is what causes the feeling of faintness and may interfere with your ability to move your hands and legs for a while. Try sitting down or lying if you feel like sneezing. Also, make sure to drink enough water and have sufficient rest always. If it happens frequently or becomes more severe, see a doctor.

Answered on 29th June '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Facial paralysis.. can't eat.. Headache... Eyes infection...

Female | 20

Consult a neurological professional in your area for proper diagnosis and treatment. These symptoms could indicate various medical conditions, and a doctor can provide personalized advice based on the situation. Seek medical attention to address each specific symptom and receive appropriate treatment.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Spinal implants is used for spinal cord injury

Male | 50

Spinal implants are typically not used to treat spinal cord injuries directly. Instead, they are more commonly used to stabilize the spine and provide support in cases of spinal fractures, deformities, or degenerative spinal conditions. Treatment for spinal cord injuries often focuses on rehabilitation, oral medication, and supportive care to maximize function and quality of life. However, in some cases where there's spinal instability due to injury, spinal implants may be used as part of surgical intervention to stabilize the spine and prevent further damage.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

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Answered on 14th July '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

i have a headache in front and back side

Female | 17

Stress, dehydration, or eye strain usually cause headaches in the front and back. On rare occasions, sleeping poorly may also be responsible for this kind of headache. Drink water, rest in a calm place, or take a short break from screens, and you will feel better.

Answered on 7th Oct '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Sar main neurological problem hai stroke ilaaj karana hai sar

पुरुष | 19

A stroke is a nervous system problem that can cause symptoms like weakness, difficulty speaking, and confusion. It happens when the brain is starved of oxygen due to a blocked blood vessel or a burst blood vessel. Stroke treatment varies and may include medications, therapy, or surgery. The best chance of recovery is if you get to the hospital as soon as possible.

Answered on 25th Sept '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

The vein on the right side of my head has been twitching for a few days.

Female | 29

The twitchy ve­in on your head's right side could be cause­d by stress or lack of sleep. Too much caffe­ine might also make it happen. Eye­ strain and being dehydrated are­ other possible reasons for twitching ve­ins. Be sure to drink enough wate­r, get proper rest, and try re­ducing stress levels. Howe­ver, if it persists or worsens, it's wise­ to visit your regular physician for an examination. 

Answered on 16th July '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

My daughter age7months and7day and issue is brain jhutke doctor advice for MRI test in report HIE so please suggest

Female | 7

Your daughter's MRI re­vealed HIE, meaning he­r brain lacked oxygen during birth. This condition, hypoxic-ischemic e­ncephalopathy, can lead to seizure­s, feeding difficulties, and de­velopmental delays. The­rapies and medications may help he­r brain recover. Regular che­ckups will monitor her progress closely. Though conce­rning, staying positive and following medical advice is crucial for he­r development.

Answered on 2nd July '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

I have headache on the left side of my head and feel pain in eye and neck on the left side.Is it a normal headache or migraine?I slept properly still headache exist.I eat tufnil and it works on first day but second time it does not work on me.What should I do?

Female | 22

headache on left side with eye and neck pain could be MIGRAINE... lack of sleep not always the cause... Tufnil might not work every time... CONSULT doctor if headache persists...

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

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